Tiong channels RM2.2 mln to Sibu groups, stresses accountability and real impact
SIBU (July 17): A total of RM2.2 million in federal allocations was distributed to 152 recipients here today, with Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister, Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, underscoring the need for accountability and meaningful use of public funds.
Of the total, RM1.55 million was disbursed to 137 recipients under the Special Project Allocation (PPK), while another RM660,000 went to 15 recipients under the Special Allocation by Minister (PKM).
Tiong, who is also Bintulu MP and Dudong assemblyman, was represented by his special duties officer Agatha Ting during the cheque presentation ceremony held at the United Chinese Association (UCA) Sibu hall.
In delivering his speech through Ting, Tiong reminded all recipients that public funds must not be wasted or used for personal gain.
'I hope these funds will be used properly and not just for the sake of spending, but to truly benefit the community.
'Every sen must go for something meaningful, not wasted or personal advantages,' he said.
He added that recipients are required to submit a full report on how the funds are used as a condition for any future support.
'So you must submit your report. If there's no report, how can you get another round of support?
'I want to help, but you must also do your part. Be accountable. Only then I can continue to justify giving more funding to support your organisations,' he said.
Aside from the cheque allocations, five laptops and printers were presented to longhouse residents, along with 10 hampers for local youth members.
Also in attendance were Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Dudong Division chairman Datuk Teo Boon Siew and PDP Pelawan chairman Datuk Lau Cheng Kiong. funds Sibu Tiong King Sing
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