Govt launches special team to address rise in cost of living


PETALING JAYA: A special team, dubbed "Jihad Tangani Inflasi" (Jihad on Addressing Inflation), comprising several senior figures, has been formed by the government following its weekly Cabinet meeting as it seeks to assist Malaysians burdened by the rising cost of living.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob (pic) said the special team would collect all relevant information from ministries, agencies and the public, to draft a strategy and coordinate efforts in addressing issues concerning inflation.

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