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Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has reaffirmed the MADANI Government's commitment to ensuring economic growth directly benefits ordinary Malaysians, citing targeted subsidy schemes and regional policy adjustments as examples.
Negotiations under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 are continuing on a proposal to boost Sabah and Sarawak's parliamentary representation to 35 per cent, according to the Minister in the Prime Minister's Department.
Mustapha Sakmud says voter sentiment now outweighs government performance in shaping electoral outcomes, as Pakatan Harapan assesses recent setbacks.
Malaysia's MA63 Technical Committee has instructed all federal ministries and agencies to accelerate resolution of pending issues under the Malaysia Agreement 1963, with Sabah's special grant rising to RM1.5 billion and Bintulu Port transferred to Sarawak.
Malaysia's Immigration Department has started distributing the new international passport in Sabah and Sarawak, featuring 94 security enhancements. The rollout spans two phases across eight locations, with citizens able to apply from designated offices.
Nearly 70 per cent of companies benefiting from Malaysia's expanded Subsidised Diesel Control System operate in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan, with 10,453 firms and 18,538 vehicles registered since the scheme's expansion in July.
Sarawak has exceeded its 80 per cent localisation target for federal civil service positions, achieving 87.5 per cent, while Sabah approaches 70 per cent under the Borneonisation policy.
Malaysia's Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has stressed the importance of coordinated efforts between the Public Works Department and its Sabah and Sarawak counterparts to resolve persistent project delays affecting major infrastructure programmes.
Malaysia's Domestic Trade Ministry has approved a 300-litre monthly diesel quota for small companies and local contractors operating under partnership or sole proprietorship structures, delivered via fleet cards to cushion business operating costs.
The Malaysian government will adjust its targeted fuel subsidy programme in Sabah and Sarawak after listening to public concerns. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has personally engaged with communities facing implementation challenges.
The Federal Government will continuously monitor the BUDI Diesel initiative through data collection and stakeholder feedback, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said, maintaining a flexible approach to quota adjustments.