MPIC to come up with solutions on palm oil, rubber industries labour issues

BernamaPublished: Jul 20, 2020 3:28 AM

The Ministry of Plantation Industries and Commodities (MPIC) is coming up with strategic solutions to rid the country from allegations regarding labour in the palm oil and rubber industries, said Deputy Minister Willie Mongin.

Malaysia according to him, does not condone forced labour, adding that as this is a very delicate issue and requires cooperation from various ministries as well as agencies.

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