Late shipment, lack of supply cause severe sugar shortage in Labuan

LABUAN: The sugar stock in this duty-free island is experiencing a severe shortage due to the late shipment and lack of supply, to meet domestic demands.

The Labuan Division of the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry has reminded consumers and traders alike of a worsening sugar shortage, as it struggles to control the possible surging prices "quietly" on the island already battling soaring food costs.