MOF formulates more holistic disaster-linked allocations

Natural disasters, especially floods that hit the country last year, will be the guide of the Finance Ministry in formulating a more holistic budget, said Deputy Finance Minister Mohd Shahar Abdullah.

He said, therefore, through engagement sessions with the Fire and Rescue Department, it was found helpful to the ministry in providing better allocations, such as the acquisition of assets and infrastructure.

“The Fire and Rescue Department is among...