Structural imbalances in how food systems are organised 


MALAYSIA’S growing dependence on food imports is no longer just an economic issue; it is a structural vulnerability that threatens long-term food security and the well-being of its people.

For years, the country has relied heavily on external sources to meet its food needs, from staple items such as rice and meat to vegetables and animal feed.

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