Malaysia still a transit hub for illegal ewaste disposal, says Nik Nazmi


PETALING JAYA: Malaysia continues to be used as a 'dumping ground' or transit hub for illegal ewaste after China tightened restrictions on the import of such waste into the country.

Based on a Sinar Harian report, Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Minister, Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, said this issue is a priority and is being addressed by the ministry and the Environment Department as effectively as possible.

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