What the New Budget Means for Gig Workers and Healthcare

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be tabling the 2027 Budget in the Dewan Rakyat today, 9 October 2026, at 3.30pm . This is the fifth budget under the Madani Government, and it's all about building a stronger economy and making life better for all Malaysians .

It's all about the 'Madani' vision

The 2027 Budget is built on the three main pillars of the Madani Economy framework: growing the nation's wealth, improving the quality of life for everyone, and making sure the government is run efficiently . The government wants to make sure that national progress isn't just a bunch of numbers on a page, but something that actually makes a difference in your daily life .

What's on the agenda?

The government has highlighted 10 key areas for this year's budget. A major focus is tackling the rising cost of living through aid programs like Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Budi Madani .

Other big priorities include:

• Better protection for gig workers.
• Upgrading healthcare and education services.
• Getting the country ready for an ageing population by 2030.
• Attracting high-tech investments in fields like artificial intelligence and semiconductors .

How can you watch it?

You can catch the live broadcast of the budget announcement at 3.30pm today on local TV channels or via various social media platforms .

After today, the Supply (Budget) Bill 2027 will be debated in the Dewan Rakyat for eight days starting next week. The final vote is expected to take place in late November after the committee stage is wrapped up .