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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced that Malaysia will begin drafting Budget 2027 in August, with tabling scheduled for early October. The budget will prioritise translating economic growth into improved living standards rather than focusing solely on GDP figures.
Malaysia's 2026 National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations will centre on 'Malaysia MADANI: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati' (Shared Prosperity), reflecting the government's commitment to equitable development that leaves no one behind.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has called for Malaysia's rural development strategy to align with global priorities, positioning the National Rural Economic Agenda as a framework for ensuring countryside prosperity keeps pace with international economic trends.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim pledged enhanced government backing for Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia to extend assistance to marginalised communities and ensure no vulnerable group is overlooked.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has repositioned Bumiputera empowerment as a collective national responsibility spanning all government ministries and agencies, rather than concentrating efforts within specialist bodies. The government will strengthen existing institutions instead of creating new ones.
Malaysia's government has channelled RM9.8 billion through major financial institutions to boost microfinance availability for small traders and hawkers, ensuring grassroots entrepreneurs gain sustainable capital support.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that government and private development projects must generate meaningful opportunities for middle and lower-income communities, warning against widening wealth disparities as investment accelerates.
The Sultan of Selangor attended Yayasan TZA's appreciation ceremony, where the foundation unveiled plans to expand its educational support programmes and community outreach initiatives benefiting thousands of students.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that Malaysia's economic progress must benefit all Malaysians, particularly rural communities and grassroots populations, not just large-scale projects.