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00:04 The local rice deficit and its impact on prices have brought the country's opaque rice industry to the fore.
00:10 While it is unclear what led to the shortage, policy weaknesses have exacerbated the predicament.
00:17 Then there is Bernas, the sole rice importer for Malaysia.
00:20 Have they fulfilled their role as a guardian of food security?
00:24 In City & Country, this Malaysia Day, we look at the rich tapestry of the country
00:28 through the eyes of expatriates.
00:30 10 members of the community talked to City & Country about making Malaysia their second home,
00:35 what they like most about living here and what we can do to make it an even better place to live in.
00:41 And options, from leather and lace to denim, floral patterns and stripes,
00:45 choices are bound to cater for different styles and needs.
00:49 See all the highlights in our trend report.
00:51 We also take a closer look at some fashion movements sweeping the country as well as the global front.
00:57 In our ESG pullout, the alphabet soup of sustainability reporting standards and frameworks
01:03 has caused much confusion and frustration.
01:06 The International Sustainability Standards Board aims to address the problem once and for all.
01:11 Also included this week, our special report on the E&E industry.
01:16 Finally, KOTRA Industries was the biggest winner of the night
01:20 at the Edge Malaysia Centurion Club Corporate Awards 2023.
01:24 More on the club members and this year's award winners at this week's special pullout.
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