KUALA LUMPUR, March 29 — The government will continue to strengthen the country's food system to ensure sufficient supply and access to the people during the conflict in West Asia.
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said it is a responsibility that we are currently carrying out.
In today's world, the geopolitical conflict in West Asia is not just an external issue, as it also affects the global food supply chain.
"We may not see it directly, but the impact can reach the dinner table," he said in a Facebook post.
In this regard, people can play a role by making use of the available space to reduce dependence on external supplies.
"That's why I want to invite everyone, if there is space, even if it is small, at home, grow what you can. Chilli, vegetables, ulam...can help reduce dependency to a certain extent as a beneficial effort for the family.
"The important thing is, we all take a role. Start with what we have. God willing, today's small efforts will be a great strength for the future," Mohamad said.
On March 13, the government guaranteed that the country's food supply would be sufficient at least until the middle of this year despite global uncertainty following the conflict in West Asia.
