New legislation mulled to replace 'fragmented' plastic pollution laws, says Nik Nazmi


KOTA SAMARAHAN: The government will look into a new law to address plastic pollution in the country, says Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad.

The Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister said existing laws are fragmented, and its implementation depends on local authorities according to locality and context.

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