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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to increasing defence allocation in Budget 2027 to strengthen the Malaysian Armed Forces' modernisation efforts, operational readiness, and personnel welfare, with improvements to housing and healthcare facilities.
The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives is consulting with businesses and cooperatives across Malaysia to shape budget proposals focused on productivity, capital access, and market competitiveness for 2027.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that the government is exploring a larger allocation for the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) assistance scheme in the 2027 budget, contingent on Malaysia's economic performance and fiscal capacity.
Malaysia faces potential fuel subsidy costs of RM3.5 billion monthly if crude oil prices hold at US$90 per barrel. Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong says the government's fiscal position remains resilient despite rising energy costs.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced that Malaysia will commence preparing Budget 2027 in August, with parliamentary tabling planned for early October. The budget will prioritize translating economic gains into tangible improvements for ordinary Malaysians.
Melaka's proposed Bukit Rambai Health Clinic expansion, submitted under the 13th Malaysia Plan, will receive a decision during the 2027 Budget announcement scheduled for October in Parliament.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has indicated that proposals for constructing new rural roads in Sabah and Sarawak to improve connectivity with major towns will be assessed for Budget 2027 allocation, subject to Finance Ministry and Public Works Department approval.