'Maybe they don't need our help': Malaysia awaits Indonesia on haze aid
IPOH: Malaysia is still awaiting a response from Indonesia to its offer of assistance to put out forest fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan, which have contributed to the transboundary haze crisis.
IPOH: Malaysia remains waiting for Indonesia's reply to its offer of aid in combating forest fires on Sumatra and Kalimantan. These blazes have exacerbated the transboundary haze issue. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi conveyed this assistance directly to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka during his visit to Jakarta.
Malaysia is ready to deploy a water-bombing plane, three helicopters, and 52 personnel to support firefighting efforts in Kalimantan. However, no response has been received yet. Zahid expressed optimism, suggesting Indonesia might not need assistance. The National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) and the Foreign Ministry have also sent a letter to their Indonesian counterparts to coordinate the aid.
If legal action against the haze issue becomes necessary, it will be considered by the Attorney-General's Chambers. However, Zahid emphasized that preventive measures and regional cooperation should be prioritized over legal action.
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