By Norrasyidah Arshad
SHAH ALAM, March 20 — Supply at the Selangor Food Warehouse (GMS) will be boosted to meet the state’s needs for up to six months amid global uncertainties stemming from the West Asia conflict.
Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said the target, originally expected to be achieved within two to three years under the existing development plan, has been accelerated to ensure the continuity of food supply for the people is not disrupted.
“Currently, our supply can last for three months. This does not include federal-level efforts, which have their own planning in place. For example, the federal government maintains rice reserves from each state, which adds to what we are doing in Selangor. We are now accelerating our efforts due to the conflict in the Middle East,” he said yesterday.
He was met at KDEB ICI Sdn Bhd headquarters as part of his ‘Singgah Syawal’ programme. Earlier, he visited several government agencies, including the Kota Anggerik Fire and Rescue Station in Shah Alam, Sungai Buloh Prison, and Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital in Klang.
Amirudin said his administration is committed to ensuring the state remains sustainable and resilient even if tensions continue.
“The conflict (between the United States-Israel and Iran) has a huge impact on supply chains. It not only affects fuel prices but also the overall transportation sector. This is driving up the cost and cycle of food supplies, so we will be monitoring the situation closely,” he said.
Last week, the Selangor Agricultural Development Corporation (PKPS) announced that it will increase food reserves to cover three months in preparation for possible disruptions in the global supply chain.
