April 30, 2012 20:02 PM
SHAH ALAM, April 30 (Bernama) — The Malay Chamber of Commerce Malaysia (DPMMS) and the Malay Econoimic Consultative Council (MAPEM) will study the grievances of Bumiputera firms selected for the Bumiputera Agenda Coordinating Unit’s (Teraju) programme to raise participation of Bumiputera small and medium enterprises in the economy.
DPMMS and MAPEM president Tan Sri Rozali Ismail told reporters after chairing DPMMS’ 25th annual general meeting here that Teraju “has been slow and not action-oriented” in implementing initiatives for Bumiputera firms compared to the Performance Management and Delivery Unit (Pemandu).
Teraju has promised the Bumiputera firms a lot but its programme implementation has not been satisfactory especially in matters involving government departments and agencies, he said.
Rozali said: “I have met Teraju many times over this and urged them to expedite the matter with follow-up actions, results and so on.
“What is most disappointing is the lack of direct feedback from government agencies and government-linked corporations.”
The findings of the study, which began two weeks ago, will be presented to the Prime Minister, he said, adding: “We want to see Bumiputera firms progress in their respective field.”
He said there is no problem with the selection of capable firms for the Teraju programme as MAPEM has been given the opportunity to propose eligible candidates in the states.
Rozali also announced the launch of a smart DPMMS membership card which functions like a Touch’n Go card.
— BERNAMA
