{
  "id": 13410399,
  "title": "2027 Budget a government pledge to the people, says Anwar",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/2027-budget-a-government-pledge-to-the-people-says-anwar",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-10T12:20:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/10/1552483/2027-budget-government-pledge-people-says-anwar"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 2027 Budget is presented by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as a covenant or pledge between the nation, its leaders, and the people. This budget, the fifth under the unity government, was developed by a broad team from the Finance Ministry and other ministries, considering the needs of various societal segments. Anwar aims to encourage all Malaysians to view the budget as a collective agreement, a promise, pledge, or oath among the nation, its leaders, and the people. The Madani government has taken into account the requirements of all societal levels when formulating the 2027 Budget, striving to enhance the dignity and well-being of the people. The plans under the 2027 Budget are intended to secure a more comfortable life for people across all walks of life in the future, while considering the challenges they face. Anwar highlights that while the economy may be thriving, people may still be burdened. The budget includes major priorities such as economic growth and addresses concerns like cat welfare, gig workers' welfare, and minimum income. The 2027 Budget also reflects the importance of managing the country properly and ensuring leaders remain committed to their responsibilities, making it a promise that must be fulfilled sincerely.",
  "summary": "PUTRAJAYA: The 2027 Budget represents a “waad” (covenant) or pledge between the nation, its leaders and the people, which must be fulfilled with integrity, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "2027 Budget aims to improve quality of life, ensure social justice for all, says Anwar",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/2027-budget-aims-to-improve-quality-of-life-ensure-social-justice-for",
        "published": "2026-10-10T12:10:22.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Budget 2027 more than numbers, says Anwar — it is a promise to the people",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/budget-2027-more-than-numbers-says-anwar-it-is-a-promise-to-the-people",
        "published": "2026-10-10T12:18:01.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "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."
}