GEORGE TOWN: Agarwood trees are being chopped down illegally in the forest reserves of Bukit Mertajam and Bukit Panchor as its oil extract is fetching a good price in the Middle East.
State Health, Welfare, Caring Society and Environment Committee chairman Phee Boon Poh said a 10ml tube of Gaharu oil, which is used as medicine and perfume, is priced at RM140.
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