Anwar: Malaysia has done its best to address transboundary haze

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that Malaysia has done everything it possibly can to address the recurring issue of transboundary haze. His comments followed calls from former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin for the government to take a tougher stance toward Indonesia regarding the environmental crisis. Khairy Jamaluddin also suggested that Malaysia enact transboundary haze legislation to hold Malaysian plantation companies accountable if they are found responsible for forest fires and haze, according to the New Straits Times.

In Central Kalimantan, resident Kristaen Albert reported that air quality in his neighborhood has reached hazardous levels, turning the air a dusty amber. He noted that stepping outside makes breathing noticeably heavier, making it difficult to concentrate or focus on his work, the South China Morning Post reports.

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