Study underway on whether to raise the cost of sugar


Sweet talks: Sugar industry players are engaging the government to review the ceiling price of sugar amid rising raw material and freights costs. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star

PETALING JAYA: A study is underway on whether to raise the ceiling price of sugar.

Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry secretary-general Datuk Azman Mohd Yusof said a report was expected to be tabled in the Cabinet after consultation with various stakeholders within the year.

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