THE recently unveiled 11MP, which is projected to cost the nation a hefty RM260 billion, is closely watched by all. It is the last lap in the push for Malaysia to become a fully developed nation by 2020. The plan comes at a critical time. For many years now, proceeds from oil and gas have funded a major chunk of the nations development. The recent big drop in crude petroleum prices was a major blow. Add to that the depressed palm oil and rubber prices, it is no wonder that we need a good 11MP to make up for the shortfall.
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