Today's Dewan Rakyat sitting will focus on Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship, efforts to address geopolitical concerns, and the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) programme. Parliamentarians will question ministers on various topics including Malaysia's objectives as ASEAN Chair, strategies to enhance Timor-Leste's ASEAN membership, measures to tackle global trade uncertainties, and the effectiveness of expanding the SARA programme.
The objectives of Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship, efforts to address geopolitical issues, and the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah programme will be among the highlights of today’s Dewan Rakyat sitting.
Mohd Shahar will also enquire about how Malaysia can contribute to Timor-Leste’s full membership process in ASEAN and the strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the country’s capacity development. Datuk Andi Muhammad Suryady Bandy will pose a question to the Finance Minister regarding the effectiveness of expanding the SARA programme by using MyKad for assistance distribution in 2025, compared to the cash-based method used in the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah .
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