AN Umno division has called on the Government to consider making Penang Island a Federal Territory, saying this will help the island regain its shine as a successful commercial centre in the region.
It needs to compete in terms of trade and economy with Singapore, not just with other states in the country, reported Utusan Malaysia and Berita Harian, both quoting Bagan Umno division chief Datuk Abdul Latif Mirasa.
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