Premier Abang Johari: A sum of RM14.845 billion is proposed for Ordinary Expenditure, against a revenue estimates of RM15.091 billion

KUCHING, Oct 12 2026: Premier Abang Johari Openg said the 2027 State Budget is proposing a total Ordinary Expenditure of RM14.845 billion. 

He said of this amount, RM5.747 billion is allocated for Operating Expenditure, while RM9.098 billion is appropriated to the Development Fund
Account.

"This appropriation serves to strengthen the balance carried forward in the Development Fund Account, ensuring adequate financing for the 2027 Development Expenditure,
which has been budgeted at RM10.098 billion

"We will also be appropriating RM300 million to Sarawak Sovereign Wealth Future Fund (SSWFF) next year, ensuring that a portion of our revenues are preserved to benefit
future generations," Abang Johari, who is also the Finance and New Economy Minister, said

He said out of the Operating Expenditure of RM5.747 billion, a sum of  RM1.421 billion or 25 percent for personnel emolument,  RM2.024 billion or 35 percent for supplies and services.

He added  RM1.976 billion or 34 percent for grants and fixed payments, which includes operating grants to Statutory Bodies and Local Authorities, servicing of public debts and payments of 
servicing of public debts and payments of gratuities, pensions, and scholarships, including financial and welfare assistances;  RM134 million for procurement of assets; and RM192 million for other operating expenses.

Abang Johari said with the projected revenue of RM15.091 billion and total Ordinary Expenditure of RM14.845 billion, the 2027 Sarawak Budget is expected to deliver a surplus of RM246 million. 

"This surplus shows that Sarawak is managing its finances wisely - meeting today’s needs while preparing for tomorrow," he said, adding that the government will continue to seek new ways to sustain the state financial strength,
ensuring resilience and stability so that prosperity reaches every corner of Sarawak.