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The Star
06-08-2025
- Business
- The Star
Aidilfitri Madani events cost RM10mil, Parliament told
KUALA LUMPUR: The Federal Government spent over RM10mil each year on the Aidilfitri Madani celebrations held across seven states in 2024 and 2025, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. In a parliamentary written reply dated Aug 5, Fadillah said the 2024 celebrations cost RM10,050,196.66 in total — averaging RM1.43mil per state — while the 2025 events amounted to RM10,928,222.53, or roughly RM1.56mil per location. The Aidilfitri Madani events have been held on a broader scale nationwide since 2023, compared to the 2022 open house, which was limited to the Klang Valley and incurred a higher cost of RM11mil. Fadillah also confirmed that no financial contributions were received from the private sector or government-linked companies (GLCs) for the 2024 and 2025 celebrations. All expenses were fully borne by the federal government as part of its social investment under the Malaysia Madani framework. 'These programmes aim to strengthen ties between the government and the people and to foster a spirit of unity and inclusiveness,' he said in response to Abdul Latiff Abdul Rahman (PN–Kuala Krai), who had requested a breakdown of spending for the Aidilfitri Madani events, including logistics, catering, promotions, and private sector involvement. Fadillah explained that the events serve not only as festive gatherings but also as platforms to promote national unity, harmony, and cross-cultural understanding. As large-scale events held across multiple states, the celebrations required spending on essentials such as logistics, open-access public feasts, and promotional activities to encourage widespread community participation. 'All expenditure was managed prudently and transparently in line with existing financial procedures,' he said.
The Star
28-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
PM: Unite to deal with US tariffs
All smiles: Anwar mingling with guests during the Aidilfitri Madani celebration at Dataran Lok 9 in Kuala Perlis. — Bernama 'This is a crucial time for everyone to focus on the country's growth' KANGAR: All parties and the people should unite and work together to deal with the tariff hikes imposed by the United States on Malaysia, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said this when noting the special Parliament sitting that will be held on May 5 to explain the measures taken by the government in response to the tariff hikes. The sitting, he added, will also allow all MPs to discuss the impact of the US action on the country's economy and consider measures to overcome it. 'This is the time for all parties, all the people to focus on the growth of the country. Uplift the dignity of this country. 'Malaysia is a great country, capable of being an exemplary one among the best in Asia, provided we are united and work hard to uplift our economic dignity,' he said. Anwar was speaking at the Perlis state-level Aidilfitri Madani 2025 celebration held at Dataran Lok 9, Kuala Perlis, near here yesterday, Bernama reported. The event was graced by the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, and the Raja Perempuan of Perlis, Tuanku Tengku Fauziah Almarhum Tengku Abdul Rashid. Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, said Malaysia, as the second highest producer of semiconductors, has also exported 60% of the production to the United States worth more than RM140bil. 'That is why our international relations with the United States and other countries must remain moderate so as not to affect the people's lives, their jobs and the country's economic growth. This economic growth is to ensure comfort for the people. 'In dealing with this problem, we have sent two ministers to the United States to consult with their trade representatives so that America also understands what we are doing and so that there is a fairer action or decision,' Anwar said. He said Malaysia also does not agree with the tariff hike. 'As a trading nation, no country other than the United States should set arbitrary rates (tariffs) according to their unilateral assessment. 'We are bound by the WTO (World Trade Organisation) and the United Nations, and this is called multilateral. 'We are joined by many countries but we have to accept the reality and deal with it wisely,' he said. On April 2, US President Donald Trump announced a series of reciprocal tariffs imposed on many countries, including 24% on goods imported from Malaysia, but subsequently suspended the move for 90 days.
