Budget 2027: Home, Defence Ministries each allocated RM22b
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The Home Ministry and Defence Ministry have each been allocated RM22 billion under Budget 20...
In the 2027 budget, both the Home Ministry and Defence Ministry have been given a share of RM22 billion each. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim disclosed that a portion of the funds, RM7.1 billion, will be used to purchase and maintain equipment for the armed forces, police, and uniformed agencies. Additionally, plans are underway to construct new facilities, such as the MMEA Johor headquarters, GOF 19th Battalion Complex, Keningau Immigration Office, and three new police stations across Sarawak, Melaka, and Perak.
A sum of RM490 million will be allocated to the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency. Security measures at airports will be strengthened, including mandatory drug and alcohol tests for pilots and flight crew. Four new body and baggage scanners will be installed at major international airports. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has blocked over 5.7 billion scam-related calls and SMS messages.
The National Scam Response Centre will develop an AI-powered application for the public to verify potential scams before engaging in transactions.
The Royal Malaysia Police's D11 Division will enhance the Malaysia Internet Crime Against Children system, utilizing advanced analytical tools to combat perpetrators and child sexual exploitation networks. The Safe Internet Campaign will be expanded across schools, with a specific focus on addressing cyberbullying and child exploitation.
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