Malaysia, Thailand to finalise Sungai Golok project to solve Kelantan, southern Thailand floods
KOTA BARU: Malaysia and Thailand are expected to finalise negotiations on the Sungai Golok estuary project within a month to help mitigate flooding in Kelantan and southern Thailand.
Malaysia and Thailand are set to finalize negotiations for the Sungai Golok estuary project in the coming month, aimed at alleviating flooding issues in Kelantan and southern Thailand, according to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar disclosed that he has engaged in two rounds of discussions with the Thai government, including its recently appointed prime minister, to expedite the project.
The cooperation between the two nations is crucial for addressing cross-border issues, particularly in flood management, and maintaining amicable relations is essential for seamless collaboration, as emphasized by Anwar during the Skim Usahawan Bangkit Negeri Kelantan launch. The Sungai Golok project involves addressing erosion, widening, and deepening the river to enhance water flow and minimize flooding.
Anwar expressed hope that the negotiations would be concluded within a month to mitigate the impact of floods in both regions. He also acknowledged the Kelantan government's efforts to expedite land acquisition for the project and pledged further discussions with the Thai government to ensure progress. The prime minister's visit to Kelantan is part of his one-day working tour.
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