BERANANG, SELANGOR: A plastic recycling factory located in the Beranang Industrial Estate, Beranang, Selangor, has raised concerns among local residents and authorities. The factory operates with a workforce predominantly consisting of Chinese and Myanmar nationals, who are involved in the recycling of plastic and wires. However, serious questions have arisen regarding the approval of the factory’s operating license and its working conditions.
Unlike local businesses, which often face various hurdles and stringent requirements when applying for licenses, this factory appears to operate freely without any signage indicating approval from the relevant authorities. The surroundings of the factory are also extremely dirty, with piles of plastic and other waste scattered outside the premises, raising concerns about cleanliness and environmental safety.
Although there are over 30 foreign workers involved in the factory’s operations, there is no evidence to suggest that they hold valid permits to work in Malaysia. This raises questions about the extent to which local authorities, including the Kajang Municipal Council (MPKJ) and the Department of Environment, have granted approval for the factory to operate without compliance with foreign worker laws and cleanliness regulations.
On the other hand, many local entrepreneurs trying to start plastic recycling businesses or similar ventures often face numerous challenges, such as stringent laws and complex licensing application processes. This raises the question of why foreign-operated factories appear to be given leniency while local businesses are often subjected to various restrictions.
Despite the ease and leniency given to foreign entities, no official statement has been provided explaining how the factory obtained its operating license. Was this license issued by the local authorities or the police? These unresolved questions continue to trouble local residents who feel that unfair treatment is occurring when the same regulations are not applied equally to all parties.
With a lack of clear oversight over the factory’s operations, it suggests that there is an imbalance in the enforcement of laws and adherence to business regulations in Malaysia. This sparks concerns about the integrity of the industrial management system and its effects on public welfare and environmental sustainability.
Local authorities and the relevant ministries need to conduct a more thorough investigation to ensure that all business operations in the country comply with legal regulations, particularly those concerning the use of foreign labor and environmental protection.
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