Kuala lumpur: The resolution on the Terengganu government's warning notices against 10 plantation lots owned by FELDA and FGV Holdings Bhd (FGV) will be presented at tomorrow's Cabinet meeting. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, who is also the Minister of Rural and Regional Development, stated that the boards of directors of FELDA and FGV were convening to draft suitable recommendations and possible solutions.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the ongoing board meetings are focused on developing resolutions to be brought to the Cabinet meeting. Ahmad Zahid expressed his expectation that several recommendations would be forwarded to him, which he intends to present to the Cabinet to facilitate immediate action.
When questioned about the necessity of a special task force to prevent similar disputes in other states, Ahmad Zahid responded that such measures were unnecessary. He suggested that issues could be addressed within the National Land Council or through discussions with the respective menteri besar and chief ministers, emphasizing negotiation over legal action or eviction proceedings.
Ahmad Zahid also mentioned that while no date has been set for his meeting with Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar regarding the issue, it would occur "as soon as possible." The Terengganu government had issued warning notices on Sunday against approximately 15,000 hectares of land, citing unpaid land premiums, taxes, or profit-sharing for over 40 years.
On December 2, FELDA and FGV released a joint statement indicating their comprehensive review of all documents related to the state government's warnings. This review encompasses historical records, payment details, land premiums, ownership status, and development conditions. The notices, issued on November 3, December 1, and December 2, referenced unlawful occupation and trespass for plantation lots located in Besut, Setiu, Dungun, Hulu Terengganu, Marang, and Kemaman.