The state government announced today that negotiations on a fresh special-grant formula for Sarawak are slated to wrap up before Hari Raya. Spearheaded by the Chief Minister’s office in collaboration with federal finance officials, these discussions aim to finalize how extra funding will be channelled to the state.

A spokesperson said both parties have set a provisional timetable, under which technical teams will convene over the coming weeks to settle specifics like the yearly grant total, distribution criteria across districts, and the administrative steps for release. The final endorsement is pencilled in for mid-April, well ahead of the Hari Raya celebrations.

Sarawak’s leadership has emphasised the need to settle the formula now to guarantee uninterrupted support for current development initiatives—especially in rural and interior zones where infrastructure demands are high. “We want every planned project to proceed without interruption,” the Chief Minister remarked. “Finalising the agreement before Hari Raya will prevent any gaps in services during the festivities.”

Federal representatives have affirmed their commitment to a prompt settlement, recognising Sarawak’s distinct fiscal challenges. In past years, disputes over calculation methods and payment schedules forced last-minute tweaks just before major festivals. State delegates hope this year’s proactive approach will sidestep similar hold-ups.

Once the draft formula is finalised, it will be presented to both the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly and the federal parliament for ratification. If all goes to plan, the new grant timetable will take effect immediately after Hari Raya Aidilfitri, allowing state agencies to budget for the remainder of the year with greater confidence.

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