A sum of RM6.304 billion is proposed under the Development Expenditure Estimates for 2021 to finance various programmes and projects.
This estimate has taken into consideration amongst others:
a) Commitment to complete the implementation of the ongoing projects from the 11th Malaysia Plan;
b) Capacity to implement projects during the year; and c) Implementation of catalytic, high impact and people-centric projects.
1. Commerce and Industry – RM2,353 million for :
· State corporate investment
· State industrialization and heritage collection
· Tourism promotion and Industry development
· Conservation and protection of heritage properties
2. Transport – RM1,432 million for :
· Roads
· Bridges
· Riverine infrastructure and ports
· Navigational safety
· Various Projek Rakyat
3. Agriculture Development – RM121 million for :
· Crop and industry development
· Agriculture infrastructure
· Veterinary services
· Agriculture research
4. Energy and Public Utilities – RM90 million for :
Rural areas upgrading and expansion of supplying potable water connectivity
Including a sum of
· RM23 million to Kuching Water Board
· RM8.6 million to Sibu Water Board
5. Digital Economy – RM60 million
6. Environment – RM37 million for :
· Forest management
· Forestry research and development
· Urban drainage and flood mitigation
7. RM34 million for :
· Feasibility study on State development planning and
· Policy formulation
