Malaysia needs to find ways to boost latex production, says Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia needs to find ways to switch from scrap rubber (cup lump) to improve latex production, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (pic).

Ahmad Zahid, who is also Rural and Regional Development Minister, said this was because Malaysia still imported about 80% of latex at a cost of around RM3bil.