Sarawak unveils latest special Covid-19 assistance package worth RM285.47mil


Chief Minister Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announcing the Bantuan Khas Sarawakku Sayang 8.0 package at Wisma Bapa Malaysia. - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: Sarawak has unveiled its latest special assistance package totalling RM285.47mil for discounts on utilities and rental for the first six months of this year.

Chief Minister Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg (pic) said the Bantuan Khas Sarawakku Sayang (BKSS) 8.0 package also included one-off incentives for public transport operators and licensed hawkers.

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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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