KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the government is strengthening coordinated efforts to protect the rakyat and ensure the security of the nation’s strategic supplies amid the ongoing global energy crisis.
Speaking after chairing the meeting of the National Economic Action Council (MTEN) yesterday, Anwar said the council continues to assess the evolving impact of global developments, with priority given to maintaining stability and safeguarding public welfare.
He noted that enforcement efforts to curb leakages and smuggling activities have been intensified through stricter monitoring across the supply chain, alongside the integrated implementation of Ops Tiris 4.0 involving multiple agencies.
“The MADANI Government is taking firm and coordinated steps to ensure essential goods reach the people efficiently while preventing any form of abuse or illegal activities that could disrupt supply,” he said.
Anwar added that the government is also prioritising the security of medical supplies, including medicines and medical devices, through centralised stock monitoring, diversification of import sources and the activation of emergency response plans to ensure critical needs remain sufficient.
For long-term resilience, he said Malaysia will strengthen strategic buffer stocks, expand local industry capacity and implement comprehensive policies under MyMedSecure.
The meeting also reviewed preparations for the upcoming haj season, involving 31,600 Malaysian pilgrims, with emphasis placed on ensuring their safety and welfare throughout the pilgrimage.
“Insya-Allah, the MADANI Government will continue to act in a structured and responsible manner to manage this crisis effectively, protect the rakyat and ensure the nation remains resilient,” he said.
–Minutes MY / Igneseous Noris
–Photo: FB Anwar Ibrahim
