KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 - The 149th Meeting of Menteris Besar and Chief Ministers, chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the Parliament building today, focused on efforts to strengthen and revive the economy amid the West Asia conflicts, among others.
He said the meeting also scrutinised the country's preparedness to face the El Nino phenomenon, which is expected to affect water supply, the agricultural sector, and food security, and to increase the risk of extreme heat and haze.
"Emphasis was also placed on ensuring that every policy and initiative is implemented in a more integrated, efficient and people-centric manner, while strengthening economic competitiveness, attracting quality investments, and safeguarding the well-being of all Malaysians,” Anwar said in a Facebook post today.
He added that the meeting also focused on various government initiatives aimed at strengthening and reviving the country's economy amid challenges and uncertainties resulting from the conflicts in West Asia, which have affected the global economy.
Anwar said the spirit of togetherness and consensus expressed during the meeting would continue to strengthen relations between the federal and state governments, thereby ensuring that the benefits of development are enjoyed by all Malaysians.
