KANGAR, June 3 — Perlis has received an allocation of RM661.70 million under the Rolling Plan 1 (RP1) of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), with expenditure performance reaching RM87.46 million, or 13.22 per cent, as of last April.

The Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, said the spending involved the implementation of 354 projects.

“Under the Rolling Plan 5 (RP5) of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), Perlis received an allocation of RM632.56 million involving 188 projects. Of that amount, RM474.17 million was spent, equivalent to 74.96 per cent last year,” he said.

His Royal Highness said this in his royal address at the opening of the fourth term of the Perlis State Legislative Assembly sitting at Kompleks Seri Putra here today.

His address was delivered on his behalf by the Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail.

Also in attendance were the Raja Perempuan of Perlis, Tuanku Tengku Fauziah Tengku Abdul Rashid, and the Raja Puan Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Dr Hajah Lailatul Shahreen Akashah Khalil.

Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin said that the implementation of all development projects must be expedited so that their benefits can be enjoyed by the people within a reasonable timeframe.

“I also call on all departments and agencies that have been allocated funds to take immediate steps to implement projects and ensure that spending is carried out efficiently and in an orderly manner,” he said.

The Ruler said this is crucial to stimulate the state’s economic activities, enabling the benefits of the economic cycle to be felt more quickly by the people through increased employment opportunities, income and local business activities.

His Royal Highness added that efficiency in implementation not only boosts public confidence but also ensures that the state’s financial resources are utilised optimally without wastage or undue delays. — Bernama

KANGAR, June 3 — The Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, wants Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah to be given the space to continue leading the state administration until the end of the current Perlis State Assembly term without any interference.

His Royal Highness said political stability is a crucial factor that will influence investors’ confidence to invest in the state.

As such, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin called on all state assemblymen to set aside their egos and extend full and continuous cooperation to Abu Bakar for the benefit of the people and the state.

“I wish to remind all Honourable Members that this is my government. Therefore, I hope that the Menteri Besar will be given the space to continue leading until the end of the 15th Perlis State Legislative Assembly term without any interference that could disrupt the plans that have been put in place.

“All Honourable Members are reminded to prioritise the interests of the people over personal interests,” he said in his royal address at the opening of the fourth term of the 15th Perlis State Legislative Assembly sitting at Kompleks Seri Putra here today.

His royal address was delivered on his behalf by the Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail.

Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin said differences in political views should not become a barrier or obstacle to sincere efforts to bring development and investment into the state.

The Ruler also said that the state government must always maintain good relations with the federal government, particularly in terms of development and various forms of support for the benefit of the people of Perlis.

“I commend the series of visits and courtesy calls made by the Menteri Besar to various ministries to strengthen cooperation between the state and federal governments.

“I hope that these noble efforts will continue to be enhanced and sustained to ensure that the state’s development agenda can be implemented smoothly and effectively,” he said. — Bernama