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EDGE WEEKLY: Rice conundrum thrusts food security into the spotlight
The Edge TV
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9/18/2023
The local rice deficit and its impact on prices have brought the country’s opaque rice industry to the fore. While it is unclear what led to the shortage, policy weaknesses have exacerbated the predicament.
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The local rice deficit and its impact on prices have brought the country's opaque rice industry to the fore.
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While it is unclear what led to the shortage, policy weaknesses have exacerbated the predicament.
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Then there is Bernas, the sole rice importer for Malaysia.
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Have they fulfilled their role as a guardian of food security?
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In City & Country, this Malaysia Day, we look at the rich tapestry of the country
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through the eyes of expatriates.
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10 members of the community talked to City & Country about making Malaysia their second home,
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what they like most about living here and what we can do to make it an even better place to live in.
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And options, from leather and lace to denim, floral patterns and stripes,
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choices are bound to cater for different styles and needs.
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See all the highlights in our trend report.
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We also take a closer look at some fashion movements sweeping the country as well as the global front.
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In our ESG pullout, the alphabet soup of sustainability reporting standards and frameworks
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has caused much confusion and frustration.
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The International Sustainability Standards Board aims to address the problem once and for all.
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Also included this week, our special report on the E&E industry.
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Finally, KOTRA Industries was the biggest winner of the night
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at the Edge Malaysia Centurion Club Corporate Awards 2023.
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More on the club members and this year's award winners at this week's special pullout.
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