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budget to provide funds for form six allowances, anwar says

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed that the 2027 federal budget will earmark money for an allowance to be paid to Form Six students. Speaking at a “Temu Anwar” session in Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Anwar said the exact amount had not yet been finalised and…

Source: Free Malaysia Today · August 28, 2026 at 12:01 PM · AI-assisted report

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KUALA LUMPUR, BUKIT MERTAJAM, PENANG, KLANG, 28 AUGUST 2026 —

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Malaysia to Allocate Funds for Form Six Allowances in 2027 Budget, Says PM Anwar

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KUALA LUMPUR — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed that the 2027 federal budget will include funds for monthly allowances for Form Six students, addressing a long-standing gap in financial support for pre-university learners. The announcement, made during a Temu Anwar session in Bukit Mertajam, Penang, on Thursday, follows a pledge first outlined in April.

The exact amount of the allowance remains undecided and will depend on the government’s fiscal capacity at the time of budget formulation.

The proposed allocation aligns with existing support for matriculation and university students, ensuring continuity in financial aid from secondary education through higher learning. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the ministry had accepted 12 resolutions from a pre-university congress in Klang, including the Form Six allowance proposal, and would study implementation feasibility. Details on the disbursement mechanism or eligibility criteria were not provided.

Anwar, who also serves as finance minister, highlighted the disparity in allowances across education stages, noting that Form Six students currently receive no stipend despite being in the final pre-university phase. The 2027 budget, to be tabled in October, will formalize the commitment. Analysts suggest the move aims to reduce financial barriers for low-income students pursuing tertiary education.

The government’s decision comes amid broader efforts to enhance education accessibility. Further details on the allowance’s structure, funding source, and timeline are expected closer to the budget announcement.

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