Kerjasama kerajaan, swasta dan masyarakat akan diperkukuh untuk jayakan Belanjawan 2027, kata KPWKM

Kementerian Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Masyarakat (KPWKM) has pledged to strengthen cooperation between government, private sectors, and society to achieve the 2027 Federal Budget, which is focused on supporting vulnerable groups such as women, children, families, the disabled, and the elderly. The budget allocation for 2027 has increased by RM168 million to RM4.355 billion, with RM4.198 billion for administrative expenses and RM157.03 million for development expenses.

The majority of the funds, almost RM3.3 billion, are allocated to the Department of Social Welfare (JKM) to provide assistance to needy individuals, particularly in addressing living expenses and demographic changes. KPWKM emphasizes that the welfare of women, children, families, the disabled, and the elderly will remain a top priority in the budget.

The government's commitment to this approach involves investing in social development, protection, care, and empowerment. KPWKM plans to expand access to quality childcare services, safe and inclusive environments, and job opportunities for disadvantaged groups. In addition to allocating RM1.3 billion for elderly assistance, KPWKM will develop two specialized care centers in Penang and Sarawak, strengthen elderly care workforce, and amend relevant laws.

The reduction of social assistance tax from 8% to 6% starting January 1, 2027, will help lower childcare costs. The budget also includes RM1.5 billion for assistance to over 300,000 disabled individuals, including increased monthly allowances for disabled and chronically ill family caregivers. Furthermore, KPWKM will expand eligibility for OKU Allowance to those earning up to RM2,000 and increase Community Home-based Rehabilitation Units by 15 floors to provide specialized care for Down Syndrome.