PUTRAJAYA, MALAYSIA February 10, 2026 – Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan has affirmed that the MADANI Government’s resolute implementation of structural reforms has delivered tangible results, raising the nation’s economic ceiling, lifting the floor of people’s wellbeing, and strengthening Malaysia’s overall economic performance and fiscal position.
In a video post on the X platform on 9 February, he shared highlights from his winding-up speech on the Royal Address concerning the National Economic Direction, delivered during the First Meeting of the Fifth Term of the Dewan Rakyat on 4 February 2026.
Key achievements highlighted include:
- Comprehensive MADANI Economy Approach: The government has set a clear direction and executed bold reforms that have built investor confidence and created new fiscal space.
- Successful Fiscal Deficit Reduction: The fiscal deficit was successfully reduced from 6.4% (2021) and 5.5% (2022) to 5% (2023) and 4.7% (2024). The medium-term target of 5% has been achieved, with fiscal consolidation continuing under Budget 2026.
- Rise in Government Revenue: Government revenue reached RM285.2 billion, a 13.2% increase compared to the same period the previous year.
- Strengthening of the Ringgit: The ringgit reached its strongest level at RM3.59 against the US dollar as of 28 January 2026.
- Investor Confidence and Credit Rating: International rating agencies maintained Malaysia’s sovereign credit rating at A3, reflecting confidence in the government’s economic management despite global uncertainties.
Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah emphasised that these positive outcomes are the result of responsible and prudent economic management, fully aligned with the MADANI Economy framework.
The highlight video has attracted significant attention on social media, demonstrating public support for the government’s efforts to drive sustainable economic growth and enhance people’s wellbeing.
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