Penang-Kedah water dispute escalates as legal threats loom over lease fees
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has challenged Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammed Sanusi Md Nor's claim that Penang should pay higher lease fees, stating that the state government has not received any legal documents regarding the claim. Sanusi has reportedly appointed lawyer Zainur Zakaria for a possible court proceeding.
Sanusi has been demanding an increase in the annual honorarium from RM10 million to RM100 million, citing Penang's use of water from the Muda River. Chow, however, has pointed out that this is not the first time Sanusi has made such a claim, with a previous attempt three years ago. Chow also mentioned that the state legal adviser is always available to provide legal advice on these issues, but the state government has not received any legal documents or petition from Kedah regarding the claim. Sanusi has repeatedly demanded payment for water extraction, but no legal action has been taken so far.
The dispute between Penang and Kedah over lease fees and water extraction continues, with Sanusi's latest demand and appointment of a lawyer for possible legal action. Chow has challenged Sanusi to proceed with his claim, and the matter remains unresolved. Both sides are prepared to seek legal advice and potentially engage in court proceedings.
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