PM to Review Bkt Tagar Pig Farm

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will sit down with Sarawak’s Menteri Besar to discuss whether to scrap the controversial Bkt Tagar pig‑farming scheme. The move follows a wave of complaints from locals over environmental and health worries. Anwar stressed that the administration must heed residents’ concerns before proceeding with any large‑scale agricultural project. The proposed farm, intended to boost pork supplies, has sparked fears about water contamination and disease spread, prompting calls for a thorough review.

Highlights government responsiveness and may reshape future agricultural projects, affecting local jobs and environmental policy.

The meeting signals that public opposition can sway major development plans, potentially delaying investment and prompting stricter environmental safeguards across Malaysia.