Sarawak govt unveils RM1.15bil aid package


KUCHING: Free face masks, cash payouts and discounts on utility bills are among 16 measures in the Sarawak government’s special aid package worth RM1.15bil to mitigate the impact of Covid-19.

Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg said the Sarawakku Sayang package was a state-funded initiative on top of the Federal Government’s measures aimed to protect the well-being of Sarawakians, especially frontline personnel, households and the business community.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.04/month

Billed as RM 9.04 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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