{
  "id": 15370853,
  "title": "Anwar approves RM30m to resurface 600 roads in Perak, says Nga Kor Ming",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/anwar-approves-rm30m-to-resurface-600-roads-in-perak-says-nga-kor-ming",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-18T07:19:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/18/anwar-approves-rm30m-to-resurface-600-roads-in-perak-says-nga-kor-ming/239603"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "IPOH, October 18 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has allocated RM30 million for resurfacing 600 roads in residential areas of Perak, informed Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. This special allocation, under the Sentuhan Kasih Istimewa YAB PMX initiative, draws from the Ministry of Housing and Local Government's savings, which are then returned to enhance public facilities and comfort, as reported by Bernama. Announcing the initiative in conjunction with the Perak DAP Convention, Anwar pledged to commence road resurfacing works next month, with completion anticipated before Hari Raya next year. Speaking at the event, Nga, who chairs the DAP in Perak, emphasized the government's dedication to the well-being of the public, citing additional budget 2027 initiatives, such as income tax exemptions and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah assistance. Nga also reaffirmed DAP's stance against corruption, urging unity against corrupt practices for the sake of future generations, while praising a UM student's courage in addressing corruption concerns.",
  "summary": "IPOH, Oct 18 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has approved a special allocation of RM30 million to resurf...",
  "key_points": [
    "Prime Minister Anwar allocates RM30 million for road resurfacing in Perak",
    "Initiative under Sentuhan Kasih Istimewa YAB PMX uses Ministry savings",
    "Road resurfacing to start next month, complete before Hari Raya"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Redirecting ministry savings toward local infrastructure improvements signals a shift toward using existing departmental funds to address immediate community needs and enhance public comfort ahead of major festive seasons.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Anwar approves RM30m to resurface 600 roads in Perak, says Nga Kor Ming",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/anwar-approves-rm30m-to-resurface-600-roads-in-perak-says-nga-kor-ming-15372887",
        "published": "2026-10-18T07:19:46.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}