Legalising fireworks: Home Ministry to draw up regulation framework, says Nga


PUTRAJAYA: The Home Ministry has been tasked with coming up with regulations to license the import and sales of firecrackers and fireworks, following the Cabinet's decision to legalise their use, says Nga Kor Ming.

The Local Government Development Minister said the Finance Ministry would also be involved to determine duty to be imposed on these items.

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