Pig imports from Sarawak into Selangor follow strict SOPs, says deputy minister
Malaysia's deputy agriculture minister has defended the import of live pigs from Sarawak to Selangor, citing strict standard operating procedures to ensure hygiene and safety. He criticized attempts to link these imports to religious controversies, noting that the process has been transparently explained in Parliament.
Why it matters
The issue highlights the intersection of food security, logistics, and religious sensitivities in a multicultural nation, demonstrating how administrative procedures can become flashpoints for political debate.
Deputy agriculture and food security minister Chan Foong Hin criticised attempts to link the pig imports to the sultan’s decree, saying the issue had been turned into a controversy using inaccurate information. (Bernama pic)
PETALING JAYA: Strict SOPs require pigs imported from Sarawak into Selangor through Port Klang to be unloaded only between 8pm and 5am using special cages.
Deputy agriculture and food security minister Chan Foong Hin said the livestock are transferred directly onto lorries for delivery to a slaughterhouse in Rawang.
“These procedures are intended to ensure smooth movement, minimise handling time, and reduce the risk of pollution.
“Claims that these operations affect the port’s cleanliness and sanitation should not be made without examining the SOPs and control measures in place. Any such claims should be based on facts and credible evidence,” he said in a statement today.
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