KOTA KINABALU: The increased allocation for Sabah and Sarawak showed that the Federal Government has given due consideration over the proposal by the Special Council on Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MKMA63), says Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili.
Development boost: The focus on economic recovery will benefit the people of both states.
The Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department also described Budget 2023 as a good-balanced, pro-people and recovery-based budget. “The development needs and focus highlighted by the special council have been acted on and provided for, including development allocations for poverty and the B40 group.
“The special council also proposed an increase of allocation for medical and educational facilities, especially in addressing dilapidated rural schools and clinics, which is highlighted in the Budget,” he said in a statement.
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