Malaysia to examine ringgit’s fall
Malaysia’s government will discuss a depreciation of the ringgit that is making imports more expensive and raising living costs, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Saturday, addressing one of the biggest criticisms of his administration.
The Malaysian ringgit fell for a third straight week this week.
“Previously, our currency was quoted at 3.80 against the U.S. dollar, but now it is at 4.20. Due to our currency’s value, everything that we buy has become more expensive,” Mahathir told reporters when asked about high cost of basic necessities.
“This is one of the reasons. We will discuss this problem in the government.”
The 94-year leader took office in May 2018 after unexpectedly winning a general election.
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