KUANTAN: The sale of Gula Rahmah (coarse sugar), which currently does not receive any government incentives, is allowed only through the Madani Rahmah Sales Programme, conducted on a mobile basis and outside business premises.
Deputy Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh (pic) said the policy remains unchanged to ensure affordable sugar for the public.
“So far, this is the modus operandi for the sale of Gula Rahmah approved by the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry.
“However, it may change subject to any new policy in the future,” she told reporters after launching the Madani Rahmah Sales Programme: Back to School here yesterday, Bernama reported.
Gula Rahmah, priced at RM2.70 per kg, is an initiative by HMBE Legacy Sdn Bhd in collaboration with the ministry.
On yesterday’s event, Fuziah said 50 of these programmes are being held across Pahang from Dec 18 until Jan 11 as a targeted government measure to help address cost of living concerns ahead of the new school year.
In Pahang, the programme focuses on essential school needs through the involvement of major stationery suppliers as strategic partners, with items such as colour pencils and calculators offered at lower prices in line with the needs of parents and students.
“There is no price control on school supplies as they are sold in an open market to encourage healthy competition. At the same time, we ensure that there is no profiteering, and if there is, action will be taken,” she said.
