Forum calls for good strong governance in tackling imported waste


Plastic waste believed to be imported from foreign countries found at an illegal dumpsite in Bukit Mertajam last year. — Filepic

GOOD governance and environmental protection are important for the well-being of the people, said Phee Boon Poh.

The Penang welfare committee chairman said that without integrity, transparency, accountability and respect for the rule of law, the environment would be ruined.

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