Prime Minister Instructs KPDN to Ensure Sufficient Supply of Essential Items during Ramadan and Aidilfitri
Government Takes Precautions to Address Cost of Living Issues
Kuala Lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) to ensure a sufficient supply of essential items throughout Ramadan and Aidilfitri. The Prime Minister’s senior press secretary, Tunku Nashrul Abaidah, revealed that Anwar also directed the ministry to intensify monitoring and enforcement through Op Pantau 2025.
Meeting with Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister
The Prime Minister held a meeting with the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister, Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali, to discuss key issues related to the cost of living faced by the people. According to Tunku Nashrul, the Prime Minister wants an immediate implementation of intervention strategies in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in the event of supply disruptions.
Price Control and Food Prices
Anwar urged KPDN to be more firm in ensuring that traders comply with the government-set price ceilings, including for items under the Festive Season Maximum Price Control Scheme, which will be announced soon. He also wants the authorities to step up efforts to monitor food prices at Ramadan bazaars to prevent unjustified price hikes by certain parties.
Prime Minister’s Visit to Ramadan Bazaars
The Prime Minister will visit several Ramadan bazaars to personally inspect food prices and quality while supporting small traders. He also wants the MADANI Rahmah Sale programme to be held more frequently throughout Ramadan, leading up to Syawal.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Malaysian government is taking proactive measures to address the cost of living issues faced by the people during Ramadan and Aidilfitri. By ensuring a sufficient supply of essential items, monitoring food prices, and supporting small traders, the government aims to make the festive season more enjoyable and affordable for all.
FAQs
- What are the measures being taken by the government to address cost of living issues during Ramadan and Aidilfitri?
The government has instructed KPDN to ensure a sufficient supply of essential items, intensify monitoring and enforcement through Op Pantau 2025, and take steps to prevent unjustified price hikes by certain parties. - What is the Festive Season Maximum Price Control Scheme?
The Festive Season Maximum Price Control Scheme is a government initiative to control prices of essential items during the festive season. The scheme will be announced soon. - What is the MADANI Rahmah Sale programme?
The MADANI Rahmah Sale programme is an initiative to provide affordable prices for essential items during the festive season. The programme will be held more frequently throughout Ramadan, leading up to Syawal.