RM120mil pledge for well-being
PM says it exceeds target for mission to tackle poverty
THE corporate sector has pledged RM120mil to the 'Sejahtera Madani' initiative, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says.
He said this figure was more than double the original target of RM50mil.
'The Sejahtera Madani initiative marks a new chapter in the government's approach to tackling poverty and hardcore poverty.
'The programme brings together private sector and government efforts through targeted interventions in education, income generation, housing and welfare,' he said in a social media post.
Anwar said the initiative was part of the Madani government's mission to eradicate hardcore poverty.
'Since 2023, nearly 150,000 households have moved out of the hardcore poor category.
'My hope is that through Sejahtera Madani, we can fully lift them out of the cycle of poverty.'
He said the Government would continue to coordinate efforts under the initiative.
'Whether large or small, what matters is the sincerity and willingness to go to the ground and contribute time, energy and expertise for our shared well-being.
'Malaysia is a great nation with big-hearted people.
'With the spirit of Sejahtera Madani, let us work together to build a fairer, more inclusive and prosperous future, without leaving behind anyone,' the Prime Minister added.
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