Anwar says allocations for Sabah, Sarawak, Kedah and Kelantan increased under Madani govt
MELAKA, Aug 15 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today dismissed claims by certain quarters that the Madan...
Melaka, August 15 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim firmly rejected allegations that the newly formed Madani Government is neglecting specific states. He underscored that each state's allocations vary based on priorities and have consistently risen under his leadership. "Sabah's expenditure has surged by 35 percent over the past three years since we assumed power.
Before that, did they raise the matter? Absolutely not," claimed Anwar. He further stated that the allocations for Sabah, Sarawak, Kedah, and Kelantan have collectively increased.
Anwar highlighted that Terengganu's allocation rose from RM6 billion in 2022 to RM8.1 billion in 2026, while Perlis, Johor, and others also saw an increase. He elaborated that Johor's allocation grew from RM10.2 billion in 2022 to RM14.6 billion in 2026. Regarding Sabah, Anwar disclosed that the Federal allocation to the state had also increased by 35 percent, from RM13 billion in 2022 to RM17.6 billion in 2026.
Similarly, Sarawak's allocation expanded from RM10.2 billion in 2022 to RM15.1 billion, marking a 48 percent rise.
Written by urgent.news from Malay Mail's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
