The RM200 billion port project at Carey Island cannot proceed without approval from the Selangor government, said Menteri Besar Azmin Ali.

"Any (such) proposal must first be referred to the state government as approvals at the local council and District Office level should be taken into consideration.

"(The process of) negotiations (with state authorities) must be carried out before any form of development can be carried out," said Azmin as quoted by the state's new portal Selangor Kini.