Wee: Proton did well due to protectionism

Dr Wee: Higher protectionism results in higher car prices across the board.

PETALING JAYA: Proton was “successful” in the past because of heavy protectionism, which drove up prices not only of non-national cars, but also Proton cars sold locally compared to those sold overseas, says MCA deputy president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

“Ensuring the success of a new national car company can only mean reverting to higher protectionism, which will result in higher car prices across the board.