KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) — The Dewan Rakyat today passed the Control of Padi and Rice (Amendment) Bill 2026, aimed at strengthening Malaysia’s food security ecosystem while enhancing regulatory oversight of the rice industry. The Bill was approved by a majority voice vote after being debated by the lawmakers from both the government and opposition blocs. Among the key amendments is Section 22 of the principal Act (Act 522), which raises the general penalty to a fine of up to RM250,000 for individuals, while companies and corporate bodies may be fined up to RM1 million. Winding up the debate, […]