Malaysian fish importers resume operations after two-day boycott

Supply of imported fish has returned to the market as Malaysian fish importers resume their operations after a two-day boycott due to a dispute over the use of food grade insulated fish boxes.

The dispute over the insulated boxes, which are more expensive than ordinary boxes, was resolved after a meeting between importers and Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister Noh Omar in Putrajaya.

The Lembaga Kemajuan Ikan Malaysia (LKIM) made it compulsory to use the box to ensure fish imported into the country are fresh and safe for consumption.

Malaysia imported 30% of its fish supply and of the amount, 80% were are Indonesia and the rest from Thailand.