Promoting Healthier Eating Habits and Supporting Local Businesses
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has launched an initiative to encourage the public to adopt healthier eating habits and support local businesses. The initiative, which is being implemented in collaboration with the Malaysian Muslim Restaurant Owners Association (Presma), offers a 30 sen discount on drinks with less or no sugar at participating nasi kandar restaurants.
Discounts and Benefits
The discounts are being offered by Presma’s 12,500 members and have been well received by customers, according to Presma president, Jawahir Ali Taib Khan. The discounts are available at all nasi kandar restaurants displaying the government’s Singgah Madani logo. By taking advantage of these discounts, customers can enjoy a healthier and more affordable beverage option while supporting local businesses.
Foreign Worker Replacement Scheme
In addition to the discounts, Anwar has agreed to the association’s request for the government to continue with the foreign worker replacement scheme for restaurants. This scheme allows employers to get replacement workers if any foreign workers are sent back, whether for health reasons or if they choose to return home. For example, if an employer has a quota of 20 foreign workers, that quota will remain the same each time a worker is sent back.
Prime Minister’s Encouragement
At a function at Restoran Nasi Kandar Liga Maju in Putrajaya, Anwar encouraged the public to take advantage of the discounts and support local businesses. "We are campaigning for less sugar in beverages," he said. "Previously, the price of drinks would sometimes be the same even without sugar. Now, there will be a difference in the pricing of drinks."
Conclusion
The initiative is a great step towards promoting healthier eating habits and supporting local businesses. By taking advantage of the discounts and supporting local restaurants, customers can enjoy a healthier and more affordable beverage option while contributing to the growth of the local economy.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the purpose of the initiative?
The initiative aims to promote healthier eating habits and support local businesses. - What are the benefits of the initiative?
The benefits include discounts on drinks with less or no sugar, healthier eating habits, and support for local businesses. - How can I take advantage of the initiative?
You can take advantage of the initiative by visiting participating nasi kandar restaurants displaying the Singgah Madani logo and enjoying the discounts. - What is the foreign worker replacement scheme?
The foreign worker replacement scheme allows employers to get replacement workers if any foreign workers are sent back, whether for health reasons or if they choose to return home.