Protecting local businesses


PETALING JAYA: The problem of foreigners dominating local businesses remains widespread due to weak enforcement and lack of follow-up action, while the issue of them marrying locals to run shops to bypass licensing rules is only the tip of the iceberg, say business groups.

They pointed out that many more foreigners were operating illegally without proper licences or permits.

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