Foreigners culprit behind smuggling of subsidised rice, say authorities

Mohd Saiful speaking to the media in the operation to monitor smuggling of imported white rice in Sandakan.

KOTA KINABALU: Foreigners were behind the smuggling of subsidised rice using boats in Sabah waters, claim food security authorities.

Sandakan Padi and Rice Regulatory (KPB) chief Mohd Saiful Nizam Adnan warned, "We will not compromise with those involved in such activities."