Who’s behind the haze? No conclusive evidence linking Malaysian firms to Indonesia fires, says Arthur Kurup

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 — There is no conclusive evidence that Malaysian-linked plantation companies were responsible for fires in Indonesia, Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup said.

He said NRES and the Plantation and Commodities Ministry had examined allegations that Malaysian companies were involved in burning activities in Indonesia.

“Based on our assessment to date, there is no conclusive evidence confirming that Malaysian-linked plantation companies were responsible for the fires.

“The government’s position is clear that any party proven to be responsible for haze pollution must face appropriate action in accordance with the law,” he said.