The groups, representing Malaysia's logistics and marine industries, said they were “abhorred" by the inappropriate remarks made by Rais on social media, calling for his removal.
on the cabotage policy itself, Abdul Hak said that Malaysia is one of about 100 countries worldwide practicing this policy. "The esteemed Rais, resorting to a level of hurling personal attacks against the minister, has inadvertently permitted himself to join the sorry cabal of emotional individuals who opt for name-calling, as opposed to cerebral disagreement," said Capt Zuradi.
Additionally, Sarawak Association of Marine Industries president Dr Renco Yong said the association"abhorred" the outburst by Rais with regard to his inappropriate remarks.