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SWCorp to complete Singapore waste dumping probe within three months
Malaysia's waste management authority says it is investigating illegal construction waste shipments originating from Singapore. The Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Corporation expects to finalize its findings within the next quarter.
LSN Malaysia ·
JOHOR BAHRU — The Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Corporation (SWCorp) is conducting an investigation into construction waste allegedly being dumped from Singapore into Malaysian territory, with officials indicating that preliminary findings will be ready within three months.
The corporation has initiated a formal probe to document evidence and establish details surrounding the illicit waste transfers. SWCorp officials have committed to completing the investigative work and compiling comprehensive documentation to support potential enforcement action.
The investigation forms part of Malaysia's broader efforts to address cross-border waste management violations. Authorities have increasingly focused on preventing neighboring countries from using Malaysian sites as dumping grounds for construction and industrial debris.
Once the three-month investigation period concludes, SWCorp is expected to submit its findings to relevant authorities for review and determine appropriate next steps, which could include diplomatic discussions or regulatory measures to prevent further incidents.