2027 Budget debate: Bachok MP calls for fixed federal-state revenue sharing formula
KUALA LUMPUR: The success of the 2027 Budget depends on closer cooperation between the federal and state governments, with states given greater flexibility to determine their development priorities, said Bachok member of parliament Mohd Syahir Sulaiman.
In the 2027 Budget debate, Bachok MP Mohd Syahir Sulaiman emphasized the necessity of stronger collaboration between federal and state governments, granting states more leeway to prioritize development. He advocated for a fixed revenue-sharing formula that acknowledged states' contributions and expedited implementation of federal projects, especially in rural regions.
Drawing from his constituency, Syahir highlighted the numerous delays in a hospital project in Bachok, alongside the increased costs and public impact from other federal project delays. Additionally, he pushed for enhanced flexibility for states to entice investments and generate employment opportunities for graduates and youth, thus curbing the migration of these individuals to urban areas.
Syahir stressed the need for equitable resolution of disagreements concerning petroleum, taxation, and development allocations, particularly those affecting Sabah, Sarawak, Kelantan, and Terengganu. He also pushed for improved monitoring, auditing, and accountability to ensure public spending benefited the populace, resulting in economic growth being reflected in higher incomes, equitable wealth distribution, and judicious management of public funds.
Syahir referenced the National Pact (Wa ad Nasional) introduced by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during his 2027 Budget address, reiterating that agreements between federal and state governments must be upheld and disputes resolved via dialogue and balanced negotiations.
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