He said the government’s continuous measures to improve governance, fight corruption and focus on high-value investments are increasingly successful in creating high-income jobs for more people.
“Thank God, the country continues to be in a better position. The country’s economy has shown strong growth with a rate of 5.9% in the second quarter of 2024.
“Apart from that, the recent recovery of the ringgit against the US dollar and other major currencies, together with the rapid rise of the FBM KLCI this year, also shows investors’ confidence.
“This is clear evidence that the policies implemented by the Madani government have yielded positive results, Alhamdulillah,” he said, adding that the country is now one of the preferred destinations for global investments.
He said this when speaking at the investiture ceremony in conjunction with the official birthday celebration of the King of Malaysia, Sultan Ibrahim, today.
Anwar said the government realises that growth figures are meaningless if the results do not flow to the people.
Thus, he said the goal to be achieved through the Madani economy framework is a more equitable socio-economic society with people’s incomes increasing, reducing the cost of living and expanding the social safety net.
“The government will continue to work hard to increase access to quality education, health infrastructure and affordable housing so that the people can enjoy a more comfortable life.”
Representing the government and the common people, Anwar also congratulated the King of Malaysia in conjunction with his official birthday.
“Indeed, as a constitutional monarch, His Majesty’s role is very important in preserving the stability and harmony of the country. You are the umbrella of unity and the protector of the nation’s integrity.
“His Majesty’s decrees in advising the government, often reflect his wisdom and concern for the welfare of the common people.”
Sultan Ibrahim today attended the investiture ceremony of the 2024 federal awards and honours at Istana Negara.
It was his first investiture ceremony after being installed as the king on July 20.
Also present at the ceremony was Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia.
A total of 116 people received the 2024 federal awards in conjunction with the official birthday celebration in a ceremony which was broadcast live on national television stations.
Sultan Ibrahim expressed his joy over improvements in the country’s economic situation and trade performance.
He hoped the government would continue to work to stimulate the country’s economy to create more jobs and increase the income and living standards of the people.
“All leaders and members of the government administration must shoulder the trust given to them with full responsibility for the benefit of the people and the country. Avoid corruption and power abuse.
“I also hope that all Malaysians will continue to preserve unity, live in harmony, unite and hold firmly to the principles of the Rukun Negara.”