Backbenchers Club: Govt's latest initiatives will ease living costs, drive sustainable growth
Its chairman, Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah, said the initiatives would bring tangible benefits to Malaysians by reducing the burden of living costs, while simultaneously driving the nation's economic growth towards greater sustainability.
"This demonstrates the government's sensitivity to the current realities faced by the people," he said at a press conference at the Parliament building today.
Among the initiatives announced were a one-off RM100 cash aid for all adult citizens through the MyKad under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) programme, maintaining toll rates, expanding Jualan Rahmah Madani and lowering the RON95 petrol price to RM1.99 per litre.
"These proactive and swift steps prove that the government consistently listens to the people's concerns and works to find comprehensive solutions for shared well-being," Shahar said.
He said the initiatives were in line with the Madani Economic Framework, which aims to raise both the ceiling and floor of economic standards, as well as the government's hard work in attracting investment, which is now translating into real benefits for the people.
"We call on all Malaysians to continue giving strong support to the Madani government to ensure Malaysia continues to progress and prosper."
Earlier today, Anwar announced that Sept 15 would be an additional public holiday for Malaysia Day (Sept 16).
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