Minister: Food in Malaysia cheaper than elsewhere


Despite talk of higher prices of goods, Malaysians should be proud that things are cheaper here compared to neighbouring countries, said Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin.

“We should be proud as prices of goods in Singapore is 70% higher while they are 71% more expensive in Brunei,” he said when answering a question raised by G. Manivannan (PKR-Kapar) in Dewan Rakyat.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
News , bureaus

Next In Nation

Mara mulls teaching hospital to boost healthcare education
10 hurt in roller coaster mishap at theme park
Motorsports influencer among eight remanded over alleged closure of highway for illegal race
Organisers promise 'more wow' in this year's National Day human graphics segment
Perak MMEA detains two vessels, seizes 106 banned fish traps
Melaka polls: Hadi confirms Perikatan-Barisan talks have begun
Johor Military Forces to join National Day parade, says Fahmi
Melaka polls: Anwar has met Pakatan election director, says Fahmi
Haze: 10 areas nationwide record unhealthy API readings as of 10am
Sibu woman in her 70s loses RM317,000 to 'traditional healing' scam

Others Also Read