Federal mediation on Kedah-Penang water conservation dispute needs holistic approach, says Minister

Published on 12 Dec 2024 10:57:07 PM

Addressing the proposal for the federal government to mediate in Kedah's claim against Penang over contributions to conserving the Ulu Muda forest, a critical water source for both states, Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad stressed the need for a holistic approach.

Speaking during the winding-up session of the Supply Bill 2025 for his ministry at the Dewan Negara on Thursday (Dec 12), Nik Nazmi acknowledged Kedah's concerns, highlighting that several river basins in Malaysia span across state borders.

He emphasised the importance of developing an integrated river basin management plan to address such issues comprehensively.

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news, kedah, penang, water conservation, dispute, claims, river basins, federal government, state borders, proposal, ulu muda forest, water source, natural resources and environmental sustainability minister, nik nazmi nik ahmad, dewan negara

Keywords:
news, kedah, penang, water conservation, dispute, claims, river basins, federal government, state borders, proposal, ulu muda forest, water source, natural resources and environmental sustainability minister, nik nazmi nik ahmad, dewan negara