Anwar Ibrahim’s aid pledge is causing unease at a time when Malaysians are grappling with tax increases, subsidy cuts and stagnant wages
He urged corporate leaders, affluent citizens and ordinary Malaysians alike to donate towards medical and humanitarian relief for Gaza, with the government expected to contribute a substantial share.
Malaysia raised more than 80 million ringgit for the Palestinian cause in 2023, including 10 million ringgit directly from the government and 15 million ringgit from sovereign wealth fund Khazanah Nasional, reflecting its firm diplomatic and public support.
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