SARA aid may be expanded to cover vege and fruits
Deputy prime minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says the proposal will be submitted to the National Cost of Living Action Council for consideration.
The Malaysian government is contemplating an expansion of the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) scheme to include fresh produce such as fruits and vegetables. Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi revealed this proposal at the National Action Council on Cost of Living (Naccol) meeting. If approved, the SARA scheme, which currently aids 8.1 million recipients, would cover a wider range of necessities.
This move aims to improve access to healthier diets for Malaysian citizens. The government also discussed the balance between consumer interests and the sustainability of the local padi and rice industry, as well as initiatives to control private healthcare costs and expand public access to medical treatment.
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