{
  "id": 10377137,
  "title": "Red-tape reforms deliver RM3.21b in savings, says Chief Secretary",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/red-tape-reforms-deliver-rm3-21b-in-savings-says-chief-secretary",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T05:52:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/127762/red-tape-reforms-deliver-rm3.21b-in-savings-says-chief-secretary"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Government red-tape reforms have resulted in RM3.21 billion in compliance-cost savings, according to Chief Secretary Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar. Out of the 1,582 projects registered under the initiative, 496 have been successfully completed. Speaking at the launch of the Enterprise Architecture Seminar and the 2026-2030 Public Sector Digitalisation Plan, Shamsul Azri emphasized the importance of examining existing processes and re-designing government services. The 2024-2030 Public Service Reform Agenda stresses the need for interconnectedness, integration, and a people-centred approach. Shamsul Azri highlighted that digitalisation should be used to eliminate red tape and create a consistent framework for government operations. Enterprise architecture plays a crucial role in coordinating service strategies and processes, ensuring services are tailored to the public's needs and experiences.",
  "summary": "GOVERNMENT red-tape reforms have generated RM3.21 billion in compliance-cost savings, with 496 of 1,582 projects registered under the initiative completed so far, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said today. He said th...",
  "key_points": [
    "RM3.21 billion saved through red-tape reforms",
    "496 out of 1,582 projects completed",
    "Emphasis on interconnectedness and people-centred approach"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The government's red-tape reforms signify a shift towards a people-centred approach, eliminating unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles and streamlining services through digitalisation and enterprise architecture.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}