Penang and Perak have been negotiating on raw water supply for the former since 2009, but have failed to reach an agreement over pricing and because the Perak administration had cited the need to ensure supply for its own population.
Former Investment, Trade and Industry Minister dismisses claims that he acts as a royal intermediary for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, saying the long-standing 'payung kuning' perception does not reflect reality
Bekas Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri menepis dakwaan beliau bertindak sebagai orang tengah istana bagi Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, sambil menegaskan persepsi lama ‘payung kuning’ tidak mencerminkan realiti