Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is set to meet Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar to address the warning notices recently issued by the state government on plantation lands owned by Felda and FGV Holdings Bhd.
Zahid, who also heads the Rural and Regional Development Ministry, said the situation can be managed through open discussion, emphasising that Felda is under the purview of the Prime Minister’s Department, giving the federal government the mandate to intervene when necessary.
He stressed that cooperation between agencies and state authorities remains crucial.
“I will discuss the matter with the Terengganu menteri besar. There is no issue that cannot be resolved.
What matters most is the welfare of the people of Terengganu and our country,” he said during the Cyberjaya Conversations Summit 2025 on Wednesday.
Felda, FGV Reviewing Land Status Documentation
In a joint statement a day earlier, Felda and FGV confirmed that they are carrying out a detailed review of all relevant documentation following the issuance of warning notices alleging unlawful occupation or trespassing on plantation parcels in several districts.
The review includes:
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historical land records
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payment and premium documentation
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ownership confirmation
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compliance with plantation development conditions
The notices were issued by the Terengganu government between Nov 30 and Dec 2 across multiple districts, including Besut, Setiu, Dungun, Hulu Terengganu, Marang and Kemaman.
Felda and FGV reassured that the notices will not disrupt plantation operations or affect the livelihoods of settlers in Terengganu, who may continue their daily activities as usual.
Broader Implications for Malaysia’s Land Governance
While the issue centres on plantation estates, land governance remains a key matter nationwide — from agricultural plots to industrial land in Selangor, new industrial property in the Subang area, and even high-demand sectors such as factory facilities in Puchong and commercial property in KL. As Malaysia continues to develop, regulatory clarity and collaboration between federal and state authorities remain vital to safeguard investments and community welfare.
