The government has reaffirmed its commitment to social development and justice, highlighting key initiatives like SARA and the Gig Workers Bill to ensure equitable growth for all.
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing social development and advancing social justice to ensure inclusive growth for all Malaysians.
National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said this reflects the government’s determination to leave no one behind as the nation progresses.
He stated that a nation’s prosperity should not be measured solely by GDP growth, but by how equitably wealth and opportunities are shared.
“When access to education, employment, housing, healthcare and social protection is widely enjoyed, there will be stability, public confidence and social harmony,” he said.
Aaron noted that social justice is closely tied to national unity, where governance and development serve as key indicators for evaluating economic management.
“When governance is transparent and inclusive, and development is felt fairly by all walks of life, then unity will become stronger,” he added.
He said the government continues to adopt a whole-of-government approach to translate social justice into concrete policies.
Highlighted initiatives include Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) to ease the cost of living and the targeted fuel subsidy initiative BUDI95.
The recently passed Gig Workers Bill 2025 aims to provide a clearer social protection framework for gig economy workers.
He also cited the National Social Policy 2030, which coordinates 44 social policies across 19 ministries.
Other measures include the i-Lindung initiative under the EPF for insurance coverage and the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SKSPS).
Aaron said initiatives like the Anti-Bullying Bill 2025 and the Zero Abandoned Project 2030 further demonstrate the government’s commitment.
“Let us together renew our commitment to strengthening social justice, building citizens’ welfare, and strengthening national unity,” he concluded.
The Sun Malaysia
