JICCI secretary-general Datuk K. Krishnan said instead of depending on government funds, the foundation should source for income through business projects or seek for donations. He added that it was important for the task force to meet to settle outstanding issues plaguing the state’s Indian community. He said JICCI previously had representatives in Johor Baru City Council (MBJB), Central Johor Municipal Council [now known as Iskandar Puteri City Council (MBIP)] and Pasir Gudang City Council (MBPG). He added that having JICCI representatives in a local council would allow for direct interaction and feedback from the business community on plans being carried out. Krishnan said the pandemic had caused a lot of hardship on Johor’s business community and there should be plans on how to assist them to get back on their feet post-pandemic.

Source: The Star June 14, 2021 23:20 UTC