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This Is What Malaysians Want In Budget 2014. Do You Agree?

Ahead of Budget 2014, Najib has welcomed the ideas and suggestions of the rakyat. This is what Malaysians want and don't want to see in Budget 2014. Najib hears us, but will he listen? **To be updated

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Performing Arts Institutions Wants More Support To Promote Arts And Culture

Performing arts institutions in the country hope the government will continue supporting them in their aim of promoting the arts and culture.

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“We hope for the support to continue through increased sponsorship and most importantly the granting of tax exemption to theatre companies as well as making ticket purchase and direct sponsorship of the performing arts, income tax deductible,” said Faridah.

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She however hoped that the government could contribute more towards their operational costs, as they did not earn much.

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Performing Arts Institutions Wants More Support For The Performing Arts

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The Disabled Community Wants Bigger Allocation To Meet Their Needs

The allocations from the government for the disabled community are simply not enough to survive say several NGOs.

The disabled community are hoping that Budget 2014 will set aside more money to meet their needs.

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"The government must ensure that persons with disabilities have access to social protection on an equal basis with others, focus on health care and basic income," said Khatijah.

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"The government must enhance services and programs and support persons with disabilities especially those with multiple, extensive and diverse disabilities in living independently in the community," she added.

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The Disabled Community Wants Bigger Allocation To Meet Their Needs

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INFOGRAPHIC: How Are Malaysians Coping With The Rising Cost Of Living

INFOGRAPHIC: How Are Malaysians Coping With The Rising Cost Of Living

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Cost Of Living

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Healthcare

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Housing And Urban Living

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Transport And Infrastructure

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Economic Development

Economic Development

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School and Education

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Employment

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Public Safety and Corruption

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Taxation, Business and Finance

Taxation, Business and Finance

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