Anwar Ibrahim urges civil servants to speed up 2027 Budget rollout
Prime Minister and Finance Minister Anwar Ibrahim warned that delays by civil servants could jeopardise the success of the 2027 Budget.
Speaking at the Finance Ministry's monthly assembly in Putrajaya, Anwar stressed that the budget's impact depends on swift implementation, not just policy announcements. He highlighted recent measures such as wage hikes and lower petrol prices, urging staff to avoid sluggish responses. The prime minister warned that slow handling of routine letters could create trouble for the country.
Why it matters
Delays in implementing budget measures could hinder economic relief for citizens and affect Malaysia's fiscal goals.
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