2027 Budget preparations in final stretch, says Amir Hamzah
GEORGE TOWN: Preparations for the 2027 Budget are entering their final stretch, with Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan saying nationwide engagement sessions will conclude soon.
The Finance Ministry in Malaysia is embarking on a budget tour to gather input from various sectors, including industry players, NGOs, and the public, as it prepares for the 2027 Budget. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan stated that the tour aims to gain insight into the needs of key sectors in each state and obtain input from parties directly affected by government policies and allocations.
The tour will visit several states, including Penang, Sabah, and Perak, to gather views from industry players, particularly those in the electrical and electronics, semiconductor, medical devices, blue economy, and automotive sectors. The government will study all views received through focus group sessions and meetings with stakeholders, with some proposals potentially being included in the budget.
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