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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The government is allocating RM2.62 billion in aid to paddy farmers under Budget 2027, covering various subsidies and incentives to increase rice production and safeguard their welfare.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The government has allocated RM8 billion for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) across ministries under Budget 2027 to enhance the skills and employability of young people.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced that the affordable housing township Bandar Madani Bukit Jalil will be developed as a residential area complete with amenities, including a vertical school.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The Health Ministry (MoH) will complete the process of appointing 9,000 contract doctors to permanent positions throughout 2027, effectively ending the interim contract doctor system, Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad sai…

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar today, supported by the government’s commitment to fiscal consolidation under Budget 2027, an analyst said.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman left local social media users amused following his response to a post on Threads.

KOTA KINABALU, Oct 9 — Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor described the National 2027 Budget as a comprehensive budget that alleviates the people's financial burden and reflects the strength of the country's economy.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng today described Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s fifth Madani Budget as the “most reform-minded” budget yet.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Healthcare stakeholders had mixed responses to the national health allocations announced in Budget 2027, with the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) applauding the move to end the contract doctor system while highlighting critical g…

SHAH ALAM, Oct 9 — Four people were injured in an accident involving a lorry and 11 other vehicles at Persiaran Mokhtar Dahari, Alam Budiman here today.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) today welcomed the federal government’s decision to raise the national minimum wage to RM2,000 while exempting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with annual sales of less than RM50 m…

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — A total of 36 areas recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 5.45pm today, with Pasir Gudang in Johor recording the highest reading at 190.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Enforcement agencies, including the police and Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), will receive RM1.1 billion to strengthen their operations under Budget 2027.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The government is set to increase the procurement allocation for Bumiputera contractors in the G1 to G4 grades to RM7.5 billion under Budget 2027, an increase from RM4 billion this year.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Form Six students will receive a RM2,500 cost-of-living allowance each next year, matching the rate given to matriculation students, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today the federal government will roll out several initiatives in 2027 to make it easier for global companies to operate in Malaysia and attract top skilled talent.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 - The federal government will allocate RM60 million to the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) to help build local companies’ capacity to enter and diversify their overseas markets, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar…

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The government has halted disciplinary proceedings at public universities relating to freedom of speech, expression of views, public criticism and peaceful assembly with immediate effect.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — MediAsas, a voluntary medical insurance and takaful plan, will be launched nationwide at affordable prices in January 2027, Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The duty-free shopping limit for visitors and tourists in Langkawi and Labuan is set to increase to RM10,000 to boost tourism on the two duty-free islands, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The Higher Education Ministry will receive RM19.1 billion under Budget 2027.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Tickets for local films and theatre performances in the Federal Territories will be fully exempt from entertainment duty starting in 2027, as part of the government’s efforts to support the local creative industry.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — A total of 300,000 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Malaysia are expected to have additional income of up to RM6,000 each amid expected lower taxes, as the federal government will be cutting their income tax rates, Prime

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The federal government today said the Elevated Autonomous Rapid Transit (e-ART) system would be the main solution for easing traffic congestion in Johor Bahru.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) should be seen as part of a “Waad Nasional” or national promise and a national responsibility that must receive a national response, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today in his Budget…

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — More than 9,000 contract doctors will be given permanent posting in public healthcare facilities next year, Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The Health Ministry will receive RM47.7 billion next year, up from this year’s RM46.5 billion, Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — School repair allocation is set to be doubled to RM2 billion next year.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Existing road transport law will be amended to make it mandatory for motorists driving under the influence to pay compensation to victims.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The federal government today announced an increase in allocations for the maintenance of Chinese New Villages and non-Muslim houses of worship from 2027 onwards.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The government expects to spend more than RM80 billion on subsidies, assistance and incentives next year.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The service tax rate for elderly care services will be reduced from eight to six per cent, starting January 1, 2027.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — All Malaysian citizens will be automatically registered as members of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) upon turning 18 to encourage earlier retirement savings, under a measure announced in Budget 2027.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is allocating RM400 million to create 120 acres of new green spaces and upgrade public facilities as part of efforts to make the capital more liveable.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The allocation for rural road projects will be increased to RM2.3 billion, compared to RM1.3 billion in 2022.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The government has proposed a full stamp duty exemption on loan agreements and instruments of transfer for first homes priced up to RM500,000, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The government and e-hailing platform Grab will jointly fund a RM160 million financial package under Budget 2027 to increase the net earnings of e-hailing and p-hailing workers and improve their welfare.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Federal allocations to states will be determined by their respective development needs rather than distributed equally, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said during the tabling of Budget 2027 today.

MELAKA, Oct 9 — The High Court here today sentenced a man to 13 years in prison after finding him guilty of causing the death of an elderly man during a robbery in April 2023.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The Malaysian government today announced an increase in the minimum wage from RM1,700 to RM2,000, effective June 2027.

KUALA LUMPUR, October 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived at Parliament to present the Budget 2027.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim began tabling the Supply Bill (Budget) 2027 in the Dewan Rakyat at 3.35 pm today, outlining the government’s spending plans and direction for the coming year.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Malaysians are expected to be able to have up to RM1,600 in extra disposable income, as they will get higher tax relief and lower tax rates, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today in his Budget 2027 speech.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The government will increase individual income tax relief from RM9,000 to RM12,000 and reduce tax rates for selected income brackets under Budget 2027.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The High Court today ordered two Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) officers and a former officer of the agency to enter their defence on a charge of gang robbery involving a China businessman five years ago.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Malaysia’s consolidated public sector (CPS) financial position remains sound and well-managed, driven by ongoing public finance reforms and disciplined fiscal management across all levels of government.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The government has raised RM150.6 billion, or 72.7 per cent of the annual gross borrowing requirements, in the first eight months of 2026, said the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Malaysia’s trade remained resilient in the first half of 2026 (1H 2026), with total trade rising 22.4 per cent to RM1.795 trillion, but the country needs to strengthen supply chains and diversify its export markets and import sources…

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Federal government revenue is estimated to rise 4.7 per cent to RM380.8 billion in 2027, assuming resilient, albeit moderating economic growth, the Finance Ministry (MoF) said.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — The fiscal deficit is projected to narrow to 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2027, in line with the medium-term consolidation under the Public Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Act 2023 (Act 850), the Ministry of Fina…