Budget 2027 Earns Strong Public Support Through Comprehensive Consultations, Says Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 14 – Budget 2027 has received positive feedback across various societal segments, demonstrating the effectiveness of the government’s extensive public engagement efforts, according to MADANI Government spokesperson Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil.

Speaking at the Communications Ministry’s October 2026 monthly assembly in Putrajaya on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the Communications Minister highlighted that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim directed the cabinet and Finance Ministry officials to engage extensively with stakeholders to gather feedback and memorandums.

Fahmi noted that while no budget is flawless, the inclusive approach has produced a better balanced supply bill that addresses social welfare needs and direct community benefits.

The monthly assembly, organized by the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) in conjunction with National Sports Day 2026, was attended by Communications Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Abdul Halim Hamzah, Bernama Chief Executive Officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin, and Bernama Editor-in-Chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj.

Immediate Aid Rollout, Entertainment Duty Exemption, and National Covenant Pillars

Fahmi detailed immediate welfare dispersals, media industry incentives, and core budget allocations:

• Direct Welfare Relief for Drivers: Illustrating transparent administration, Fahmi announced that over 38,000 taxi and school bus drivers began receiving a RM1,000 direct contribution from the Transport Ministry on Wednesday, funded via proceeds from a special vehicle registration number plate sale.
• Local Film Entertainment Duty Exemption: The Communications Ministry welcomed the complete exemption of entertainment duty on local film tickets in the Federal Territories (Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Labuan).
• MAFE Engagement Directive: Fahmi instructed continued engagements with the Malaysian Association of Film Exhibitors (MAFE) to ensure ticket price benefits from the duty exemption extend to cinema patrons alongside local film producers.
• Budget 2027 Benchmark Allocation: Tabled by PM Anwar on October 9, Budget 2027 sets a landmark allocation of RM510 billion structured around eight key pillars to elevate living standards and strengthen long-term national resilience.
• The “National Covenant” Commitment: When presenting the Supply (Budget) Bill 2027, Anwar framed the fiscal plan as a “National Covenant” ensuring that national growth directly translates into a dignified lifestyle for everyday citizens.

The ministry will continue outreach efforts to ensure public awareness and efficient delivery of all Budget 2027 measures across all states.

–NMT