Subsidies for target groups only


PUTRAJAYA: Various mechanisms are being thought out to ensure aid reaches its target groups, as consumers are expected to pay more for chicken when the ceiling price scheme ends, said Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi (pic).

He said the Finance Ministry is looking into this, adding that a multi-approach method would be adopted in giving out the subsidy.

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