KOTA BELUD, Jan. 6 -- Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick has called upon all departments, agencies and government-linked companies (GLCs) under his Ministry Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport Ministry (Mindet) to present their respective flood preparedness reports.

He said the move meant to ensure that his team would be able to take swift and effective actions in addressing any unforeseen incidents.

"I will obtain reports from the permanent secretary, in his capacity as head of the public service, from time to time on this matter.

"This Wednesday, I will chair a ministry meeting involving all departments, agencies and GLCs under Mindet after the state Cabinet meeting.

"Among the key matters I wish ...