STR, Sara allocation increased to RM16b for 2027

The Malaysian government has announced an increase in the allocation for the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) programmes to RM16 billion in 2027, up from RM15 billion this year. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim revealed that all STR recipients will receive Sara assistance of up to RM150 a month, or RM1,800 a year, benefiting up to nine million recipients.

Additionally, Malaysians aged 18 and above who are not STR recipients will receive Sara Madani aid of RM100 twice next year, ahead of Hari Raya Aidilfitri and in conjunction with the country's 70th Merdeka anniversary. This one-off assistance is expected to benefit up to 13 million Malaysians, including those in the M40 income group.

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