Catching Price Gougers

Indrani Thuraisingham, Vice President, Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (FOMCA)

24-Jul-24 07:45

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At the launch of the National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang 2024 campaign this Monday, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil told members of the Komuniti Madani can play their part in assisting authorities to address sudden price hikes through the “Price Catcher” app. In examining whether this measure is effective in keeping prices in check, we speak to Indrani Thuraisingham, Vice President of Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (FOMCA)

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Tags: celcomdigi2024, Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry, KPDN, Komuniti Madani, price hikes, madani government, inflation,

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