KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — The Finance Ministry (MOF) has emphasised that guidelines on expenditure adjustments will only involve non-critical spending, while core expenditure, including basic services, security, healthcare and education, will continue as approved under Budget 2026.
In a statement today, MOF stated that allocations for key ministries such as the Health Ministry (MOH) and the Education Ministry (MOE) will remain unaffected, as both are among the largest recipients under this year’s budget.
MOF explained that the adjustments include measures such as deferring events, limiting overseas travel and training, reducing utility costs, optimising agency reserves, and postponing the filling of non-critical positions.
“In line with responsible fiscal management, these adjustments are prioritised to create fiscal space to fund targeted aid and subsidies aimed at protecting vulnerable groups and sectors affected by the global supply crisis,” the statement said.
MOF added that it will continue to implement proactive and structured measures to improve spending efficiency, while strengthening the country’s resilience against the prolonged impact of global supply disruptions.
It also said it remains committed to enhancing crisis response capacity through a balanced approach, ensuring essential services remain funded, economic support stays adequate, and the country’s fiscal position remains strong.
