Govt looking at ways to cut down dependence on imported raw sugar

PASIR GUDANG: The government is studying the best method to reduce national dependence on imported raw sugar supply, which is currently totally imported from abroad.

Acting Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said this was to overcome problems with the supply of raw materials that could be affected by factors beyond Malaysia’s control, such as geopolitics and natural disasters.