Anwar unveils six measures to ease cost-of-living pressures in National Day Eve address
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced six immediate measures to ease cost-of-living pressures, support businesses and strengthen public services ahead of the tabling of 2027 Budget in October.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced six measures on National Day Eve to address cost-of-living pressures and support businesses ahead of the 2027 Budget. The government increased the monthly subsidised RON95 entitlement under Budi95 from 200 to 300 litres, raised the school maintenance allocation by 50%, and expanded access to AI tools for youths.
The e-Invoice exemption threshold was raised to RM3 million, benefiting micro, small, and medium enterprises. Additionally, microfinancing for small traders was increased by RM1 billion, and RM1 billion was allocated to strengthen digital capabilities in public healthcare.
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