Dewan Rakyat: Reduce reliance on rice import, support local production, urges Cha

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has been urged to implement more proactive approaches in efforts to increase rice production and support local padi cultivation to ensure a continuous and sufficient supply of rice in the country.

Cha Kee Chin (PH-Rasah) who raised the matter during the debate session for the Supply Bill 2024 (policy level) in the Dewan Rakyat on Thursday (Oct 19) said it was high time for the government to reduce reliance on the import market, especially when it comes to obtaining rice.