SHAH ALAM, March 27 — The government plans to gather top state leaders, including political party heads, in a special briefing to be held next week, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
He said the briefing, which will be delivered by the National Security Council (MKN) and the National Economic Action Council (MTEN), aims to discuss joint measures to guarantee economic sustainability and national security following unrest in West Asia.
“We are once again grateful to God because the problems we are facing are not as complex as those in several neighbouring countries. As of now, there has been no rationing, no sudden increase in RON95 (price). Supplies can also still be guaranteed until May and the situation is being monitored every day,” he said when met after performing Friday prayers at Bukit Jelutong Mosque here today.
Commenting on the opposition’s proposal for a special session of the Dewan Rakyat to discuss the implications of developments in West Asia, Anwar said the matter would only be considered after a more concrete plan has been drawn up after discussions with state leaders.
He also stressed that oil supply will remain stable until May as previously announced and that it is sufficient for domestic needs.
“Petronas’ specialty is its diversified investments, not only in Gulf countries but also in Brazil, Suriname and Canada, so we are looking for ways to get returns and revenue here and meet local needs.
“So far, thank God, as we have seen the dire situation in several countries around us, we should be grateful and not be too complacent or too busy with political issues, but focus on defending the fate of the people and the country,” Anwar said.
