Call to set up joint committee for help

Federation of Chinese Associations of Malaysia president Tan Sri Pheng Yin Huah (right) checking the stock of rice purchased through funds raising activities for affected flood victims.

KUANTAN: Chinese associations in the east coast states should set up a joint committee in wake of the recent floodings.

Federation of Chinese Associations of Malaysia (Hua Zong) president Tan Sri Pheng Yin Huah said the joint committee could take immediate action to help the people in the event of major tragedies such as floods, fires or landslides.