Weaknesses in environmental monitoring and enforcement of laws, measly fines for polluters, and a complete disregard of the environment by greedy companies create a recipe for repeat offences.
Internal regressions in politics and society, external dependencies in critical areas and increasing territorial threats question the depth of Malaysia’s “Merdeka” status and even its sovereignty.
The government should empower the younger generation to venture into this sector by improving the agriculture’s image or make it ‘sexier’ and more lucrative.
The rakyat must be at the heart of any national master plan. "Malaysia 5.0" is a policy framework to ensure Malaysia's national-level initiatives serve to address society's problems and issues.
This vital sector, therefore, needs adequate assistance to improve its performance to provide the country with great alternative sources of revenue potential.