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Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has underscored the MADANI Government's commitment to ensuring macroeconomic growth directly improves living standards for all Malaysians, particularly in remote regions like Sabah and Sarawak.
Datuk Mustapha Sakmud confirms negotiations continue on a proposal that would grant Sabah and Sarawak 35% of parliamentary seats as part of ongoing Malaysia Agreement 1963 discussions.
The government is reassessing its electoral strategy after acknowledging that public perception now outweighs policy achievements in influencing how Malaysian voters cast their ballots, according to a senior minister.
Malaysia's MA63 Technical Committee has directed all government ministries and agencies to accelerate resolution of outstanding implementation matters, with significant progress already achieved on Sabah's funding and Sarawak port transfer.
The PBM president believes a BN-PN coalition possesses sufficient electoral strength to secure a simple majority in the next general election, potentially eliminating the decisive influence currently wielded by regional powerbrokers.
Malaysia's Immigration Department has commenced the phased introduction of its new international passport in Sabah and Sarawak, with enhanced security features and a validity of up to 10 years.
Nearly 68% of companies registering under the newly expanded SKDS diesel subsidy scheme for jeeps and pickups are based in Malaysia's two largest states and federal territory, reflecting strong regional uptake of the commercial vehicle programme.
Sarawak has exceeded its 80 per cent Borneonisation target, achieving 87.5 per cent of key Federal public service posts filled by locals. Sabah has reached 69.7 per cent toward its 90 per cent goal under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 framework.
Malaysia's Works Ministry is strengthening ties between federal and state JKR bodies to improve project coordination and reduce construction delays. The initiative addresses long-standing coordination challenges affecting major infrastructure programmes.
Small companies and local contractors will receive 300 litres of subsidised diesel monthly through fleet cards, a support measure launched as Malaysia's targeted diesel subsidy programme takes effect in Sabah, Sarawak, and Labuan.
The Malaysian government pledges to enhance its targeted fuel subsidy programme in Sabah and Sarawak by incorporating feedback from communities, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim personally engaging with residents about implementation hurdles.
Malaysia's Finance Minister II says the government will continuously monitor the BUDI Diesel subsidy scheme using real-time data and stakeholder input, with quota adjustments made flexibly based on actual usage patterns rather than predetermined schedules.