THE government has allocated RM492 billion under Budget 2025 to drive its reform agenda, the Dewan Rakyat was informed in a written response dated 20 August.
According to the Communications Ministry, this allocation comprises RM335 billion for management expenditure, RM86 billion for development expenditure, RM69 billion in non-fiscal government allocations, and RM2 billion in contingency reserves.
The ministry stated, “The government also prepares various initiatives to complement public needs by reducing the cost of living, strengthening farmers and fishermen, stimulating the economy, encouraging entrepreneurship, uplifting the quality of life of the public and also improving dilapidated schools and clinics.”
Emphasising its commitment to improving national competitiveness and administrative efficiency, the ministry added that the government continues to implement institutional reforms through legislation, research and strategic initiatives.
Among the key initiatives highlighted is the establishment of the Special Task Agency on Reforms (Star), described as “the government’s effort to improve the quality and efficiency of the public service.”
“The main focus of Star is to drive reforms and reduce bureaucracy, as well as review archaic rules,” the ministry said, adding that the agency works in collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance national productivity and competitiveness.
The ministry reiterated that the reforms introduced under the Madani administration are not merely cosmetic or temporary.
“This reform is not cosmetic or short term, but it is a continuous process to bring about thorough reforms for the betterment of the people and the country,” it said.
The written reply was issued in response to a question from Datuk Mohd Suhaimi Abdullah (Perikatan Nasional–Langkawi), who had asked whether the government remained committed to its reform narrative. - August 20, 2025
