TUMPAT – The government will take stern action against traders who sell chicken above the ceiling price of RM9.40 per kg, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Economy) Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed.
Mustapa, who is also a member of the recently-formed inflation task force, said the ceiling price of RM9.40 per kg was still in force as the government continues to subsidise the essential item.
“We are still giving subsidies ...the maximum price now is RM9.40 (a kg), so there is no reason to sell above RM9.40.
“If there are any traders selling above the ceiling price, the relevant authority will take appropriate action,” he told a press conference after visiting Laman Warisan Seni Kampung Laut and Laman Warisan Serunding Kampung Laut here today.
Also present was East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC) chief executive officer Datuk Baidzawi Che Mat.
Meanwhile, commenting on the visit, Mustapa said the Laman Warisan Seni and Laman Warisan Serunding projects cost RM40 million to accommodate 23 local entrepreneurs who run serunding (meat floss) and other small businesses.
“Through the 23 outlets at Laman Warisan Seni Kampung Laut and Laman Warisan Serunding Kampung Laut, no less than 100 job opportunities are offered to locals here,” he said.
The projects are among ECERDC’s initiatives to maintain village traditions while improving the economic and socio-economic status of local residents through entrepreneurial opportunities. – Bernama, September 4, 2022
