KUALA LUMPUR -- The Malaysian government has taken new steps to stabilize rice supplies as prices rise, allowing restaurants to buy imported white rice at a lower cost.
Government seeks to stabilize supply of staple in move against inflation
Chicken rendang with white rice served at a restaurant in Selangor: The Malaysian government has taken new initiatives to support restaurants in the face of rising rice prices. © Reuters
KUALA LUMPUR -- The Malaysian government has taken new steps to stabilize rice supplies as prices rise, allowing restaurants to buy imported white rice at a lower cost.