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Malaysia to Boost Defence Spending for 2027 Budget, PM Anwar Says

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to raising Malaysia's defence allocation in the 2027 budget to enhance the armed forces' operational readiness and boost personnel welfare amid improving economic conditions.

By Faridah Salleh · 7 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia To Boost Defence Budget 2027, Signalling Armed Forces Modernisation Push

Malaysia will increase defence spending under Budget 2027 to modernise the armed forces and improve military personnel welfare, PM Anwar Ibrahim announced at a defence force gathering in Melaka.

By Faridah Salleh · 7 Aug 2026 · 4 min read