KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 -- The Federal Government’s fiscal deficit is expected to be reduced to 5.4 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2021 from six per cent of GDP anticipated in 2020, according to the Finance Ministry (MoF).

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 -- It is hoped that the government will extend better social security protection for workers in the 2021 Budget which will be tabled tomorrow, to ensure the welfare of those affected by COVID-19.

GEORGE TOWN, Nov 4 -- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are hoping that tax exemptions and extension of previous financial stimulus packages introduced by the federal government can be introduced in Budget 2021.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 -- In a bid to put COVID-19 infection under control, it is hoped that Budget 2021 will provide the largest allocation for the prevention and treatment of the disease, which is anticipated to persist over the next few years.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 -- As the country continues to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic that has badly affected Malaysians’ lives, the government has been urged to provide more allocations in Budget 2021 to help the people.

By Noraizura Ahmad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4  -- More sophisticated equipment for security forces, especially the Royal Malaysia Police and the Malaysian Armed Forces should be given priority in the government’s Budget 2021.

• Prime Minister's Office of Malaysia
• Ministry of Finance
• Central Bank of Malaysia