BINTULU, Feb 1 — The government is prepared to increase financial allocations to support flood-affected residents across the state, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg...
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg visits victims of the landslide at Kampung Lereng Bukit, Miri. — Bernama picas a first-time user . Exclusively for Malay Mail readers: Use codeBINTULU, Feb 1 — The government is prepared to increase financial allocations to support flood-affected residents across the state, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said today.
“We will review the situation in the Cabinet, but I have already allocated RM10 million. If this amount proves insufficient, we will increase the allocation as needed to ensure comprehensive assistance throughout Sarawak,” he told a press conference after visiting several temporary relief centres here today.
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