BUDGET 2021: No Compromise When It Comes To Protecting People - PM Muhyiddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The government will not compromise on the matter of ensuring that the people are protected, and this is evident from the record allocations provided in Budget 2021 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, said Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin. He said the government had drawn up a budget based on the principle of protecting the people and businesses and helping them to rebound and secure a more resilient and sustainable future. Muhyiddin said various measures have been taken not only to ensure the security and well-being of the people now but also to help them build a more solid future. "Budget 2021 totalling RM322.5 billion, which was just tabled in Parliament today, is a manifestation of the Prihatin Rakyat concept that is strongly advocated by the Perikatan Nasional government. "Although the country is in a difficult and challenging situation, the people’s welfare will never be neglected... this is the determination of the government for the COVID-19 pandemic to be effectively tackled, to fulfil the objective of ensuring the people’s well-being, business continuity and economic resilience,” he said in a statement Friday. Muhyiddin said the Budget also reflected the aspirations and needs of the people and businesses, as it was formulated based on more than 6,000 responses gathered through various platforms and engagement sessions. -- BERNAMA