‘Payung Rahmah’ to lower cost of living for B40, hardcore poor

BernamaPublished: Jan 8, 2023 10:02 AM | Updated: Jan 8, 2023 12:47 PM

The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry will be introducing the “Payung Rahmah” initiative to reduce the cost of living for the lower-income group (B40) and hardcore poor.

Its minister, Salahuddin Ayub said the initiative which would be announced on Tuesday, is the result of the cooperation with several ministries including the Economy Ministry, and Agriculture and Food Security Ministry.

Programme supported by various other ministries, Salahuddin says.

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