| February 17, 2008 17:36 PM |
Crime Rate Can Be Drastically Reduced With Concerted Efforts - Abdullah
PENANG, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- The crime rates in the country can be drastically reduced if all quarters cooperate to check the problem, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.
"Without concerted efforts by society, the government's programmes in fighting crime will not have the desired results.
"All quarters must play their role in ensuring a safe, peaceful and comfortable environment. When a country is peaceful, then the people can enjoy greater development and prosperity," he said at a question-and-answer session with several Chinese organisations at the Chinese Assembly Hall here.
The session was held in conjunction with Abdullah's meeting with the Chinese community here where he took the opportunity to openly explain the issues which are of concern to them.
