RMK-12 development spending exceeds final allocation by RM6.08b, says Audit Dept

The National Audit Department revealed that the total expenditure on development projects under the 12th Malaysia Plan surpassed the allocated budget by RM6.076 billion, reaching a total of RM397.852 billion. The Auditor-General's Report (LKAN) 2/2026 detailed that while this figure remained within the approved expenditure limit, additional funds were indeed provided to cover projects that exceeded their initial allocations.

As of December 31, 2025, progress on the projects varied: 3,120 (32.6%) had been finished, 4,057 (42.4%) were still under construction, 2,208 (23%) were yet to begin, and 193 (2%) had been terminated or remained under consideration. The audit team advised ministries and agencies to enhance their risk management strategies and to implement more frequent and thorough monitoring to detect issues early and prevent cost escalations.

Additionally, they suggested conducting detailed technical studies and comprehensive pre-design assessments to ensure projects remain on track, adhere to their original plans, and deliver the desired outcomes to the intended beneficiaries.