The convergence of thousands of people at the Umno general assembly has brought about another type of problem - that of human traffic jam at the Putra World Trade Centre.<br /><br />The number of people has doubled from last year's meet, causing it to become more like a bazaar rather than a general assembly meet of a major party.<br /><br />Most of the spectators, apart from following the Umno proceedings, had also come to shop and get the latest bargains, if any.<br /><br />Traders meanwhile have also decided to hike up their prices. For instance, a plate of chicken rice cost RM5 and a cordial drink was charged RM2. And they still had good business.<br /><br /> <br /><br />Full story in Malaysiakini.com
