MOT proposes Maritime development fund to continue in Budget 2024


Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook - Bernama pic

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Transport (MOT) has proposed that the loan fund provided to domestic shipping company operators be continued in Budget 2024, which will be tabled next month.

Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the maritime sector development was emphasised, particularly on the environmental-friendly agenda, during the ministry’s Budget 2024 consultation session with the Ministry of Finance.

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