Westport: Existing laws, including the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) Act 2024, are considered sufficient to address the smuggling of electronic waste (e-waste) at the country's entry points. Attorney General (AG) Tan Sri Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar emphasized the importance of focusing on implementation methods, enforcement, and operational coordination among the relevant agencies.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Mohd Dusuki highlighted that several legal provisions, such as the Customs Act 1967 and the Criminal Procedure Code, are being enforced to facilitate effective operations. He stated that identifying the core issues is crucial, followed by practicing procedures aligned with operational aspects.

Mohd Dusuki shared these insights during his visit to Westport, accompanied by AKPS director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain. He noted that detecting and unpacking containers suspected of containing e-waste is a complex, time-consuming process that requires adequate personnel and efficient equipment and support systems.

Addressing the issue of smuggling, he mentioned that syndicates often use false declarations and conceal prohibited materials behind legitimate goods to evade inspection. Mohd Dasuki indicated that further discussions on managing e-waste will occur at an upcoming multi-agency committee meeting he will chair.

During his visit to Port Klang, Mohd Dusuki aimed to gain direct exposure to field operations, enabling informed decisions and recommendations based on a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by enforcement agencies.

In response to the Prime Minister's directive, AKPS is collaborating with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), the Royal Malaysia Police, and related agencies to intensify operations against illegal e-waste importation.