Differing views among ministries part of healthy policy process, not disunity, says Anwar

On October 30, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim clarified that differing perspectives among ministries are an essential aspect of a healthy policy-making process, not a sign of governmental disunity. He emphasized that these variations are a result of considering each ministry's responsibilities, jurisdictions, and priorities to ensure the efficient implementation of the Madani Government's agenda.

Anwar highlighted that the government systematically coordinates between ministries to align policies, avoid overlapping functions, and guarantee that every decision is made in the public interest, in line with national development priorities and the government's financial capacity. As the Finance Minister, he clarified that pivotal decisions requiring collective endorsement would be brought before the Cabinet for approval, adhering to the principle of collective ministerial responsibility.

Addressing a query from Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, Anwar assured that the government remains committed to bolstering inter-ministerial cooperation, enhancing policy execution, and monitoring the outcomes to ensure tangible and enduring benefits for the populace. He further reiterated that the nation's economic performance is continuously assessed against current indicators to evaluate policy effectiveness and bolster economic resilience against global uncertainties, as reported by Bernama.