RM40mil Rakan Muda allocation will help lower youth unemployment, says Yeoh


IPOH: The RM40mil allocation for the Rakan Muda programme as announced during the tabling of Budget 2026 on Friday (Oct 10) is significant as it could be used to lower unemployment rate amongst youth, says Hannah Yeoh.

The Youth and Sports Minister said funds could be used under the Rakan Mahir initiative to equip youth with skills so they have better chances in seeking employment.

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