Don't resort to panic buying, says Sarawak minister


KUCHING: Consumers in Sarawak are urged to avoid panic buying following the government’s decision to lift the subsidies and price controls for chicken, effective Wednesday (Nov 1).

Sarawak Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said although the announcement might result in higher chicken prices in the state, the ministry would continue to monitor the floating chicken prices to protect the interest of consumers.

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