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Ukraine was a major exporter of wheat, corn and sunflower oil, but shipments have been blocked since Russia invaded its neighbour in late February, causing food prices to soar worldwide. - AFP pic

Ismail Sabri said the government is taking a cautious approach to the latest global developments, especially the issue of food supply and rising food prices which affected the well-being of Keluarga Malaysia. Photo - BERNAMA

Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Mohd Uzir Mahidin further says184 food items of the overall 552 items in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) "basket” recorded an increase.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob met with US President Joe Biden at the White House on May 13, 2022. - Photo: BERNAMA

Paying more for food and basic necessities has translated to higher household spending and dwindling savings.

Opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysians must come back as one force and the nation has the capacity to do so.

Consumers Association of Subang and Shah Alam (CASSA) president Datuk Jacob George calls on the policymakers to come up with effective policies to boost food security in the country.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob says Putrajaya will take action against those involved. Bernama pic.