(Kuala Lumpur, 5th) Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid pointed out that the National Economic Action Council (MTEN) is currently holding weekly meetings to continuously monitor the economic crisis arising from the US-Iran conflict, oversee the development of the situation, and formulate response measures.
He stated that the National Economic Action Council will also listen to the views of leaders from various economic sectors regarding the economic impact of the Middle East war and will take these opinions as references for the government when formulating countermeasures.
He said that the National Economic Action Council also holds daily briefings to gather information from all parties, in order to keep the public informed. At the same time, Ahmad Zahid urged the people to step out of their comfort zones to face the challenges brought by the Middle East war.
He said this at a press conference after the Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house event in Bagan Datuk on Saturday night.
He pointed out that the crisis caused by the Middle East war not only affects Malaysia, but also impacts countries globally.
"Some countries are already experiencing fuel shortages, with some petrol stations even forced to close; in comparison, Malaysia is still quite fortunate as fuel supply remains normal to this day."
In addition, Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani stated in his speech that after the outbreak of the Middle East war, the people should trust and support the government to help seek solutions to the crisis.
In addition, Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani stated in his speech that after the outbreak of the Middle East war, the people should trust and support the government to help seek solutions to the crisis.
"However, some people are spreading slanderous remarks online and taking the opportunity to mislead public opinion."
He said that history has never shown that any crisis can be solved by emotional or slanderous means. We should learn from history and support the government's actions to resolve the problems brought by the crisis.