Anwar announces RM1.5b interim grant for Sabah while 40pc entitlement talks continue

Anwar announces RM1.5b interim grant for Sabah while 40pc entitlement talks continue

KOTA KINABALU, May 30 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that Sabah’s interim special grant will be raised from RM600 million to RM1.5 billion next year.Anwar said the increase is a temporary measure while discussions continue on the state’s constitutional claim to 40 per cent of federal revenue collected in Sabah, according to The Star.“I also do not want to be known as a leader that breaks his promise to the people,” he was qu…

Hajiji praises Anwar for ‘walking the talk’ on 40% entitlement

The chief minister says Sabah hopes the funds will be disbursed without delay for the benefit of the people.

Hajiji welcomes RM1.5 bln interim grant for Sabah, pledges continued MA63 engagement

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor also welcomed the Prime Minister’s assurance during the opening of the Pesta Kaamatan celebration that the Federal Government would honour the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). – Bernama file photo KOTA KINABALU (May 31): Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has welcomed the RM1.5 billion interim special grant for Sabah announced by Prime Minister Datuk S…