Local govt ministry to work closely with states, says deputy minister


Akmal Nasrullah, pictured here meeting residents of Taman Kim Teng Park in Johor Baru on Dec 18, says the Local Government Development Ministry considers reviving sick housing projects a priority.

JOHOR BARU: The Local Government Development Ministry will work closely with state governments to identify and solve critical issues under its jurisdiction, says Deputy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

Akmal Nasrullah, who was sworn in less than two weeks ago, said he would need some time for discussions and briefings with departments under the ministry first.

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