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Local Governments Cut Spending, Focus on People

Ng Sze Han, Selangor Exco for Local Government, Public Transportation and New Village Development & Assemblyman for Kinrara

16-Jun-20 07:45

Local Governments Cut Spending, Focus on People

Many industries and businesses have been disrupted as a result of the MCO, and local governments are also feeling the pinch. Facing unexpected expenses and decreasing revenue, we reached out to Ng Sze Han, Selangor Exco for Local Government, Public Transportation and New Village Development as well as State Assemblyman for Kinrara, to talk about funding sources for local councils.

Produced by: Shazana Mokhtar

Presented by: Wong Shou Ning, Lyn Mak


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