GEORGE TOWN, April 26 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said federal development allocation for Penang has surged by nearly 60% since 2022.
Reaching RM7.8 billion this year compared to below RM5 billion previously. He noted a steady increase from RM5.7 billion in 2023 to RM7.6 billion in 2025.
Reflecting what he described as a fair and necessary boost to support the state’s growth. Anwar said the funds are channelled into key infrastructure projects.
Including the Penang LRT Mutiara Line and major traffic dispersal upgrades between Juru and Sungai Dua. Despite the significant rise.
He stressed that other states are not being sidelined, with allocations nationwide increasing in line with stronger government revenue to ensure balanced and inclusive development across Malaysia.
