# Sarawak Deputy Minister Calls for Transparent Federal Funding Formula

> Sarawak deputy minister demands transparent federal funding formula to ensure fair share of national resources.
- Title: Sarawak Deputy Minister Calls for Transparent Federal Funding…
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- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/20/deputy-state-minister-urges-transparent-formula-to-ensure-sarawak-gets-fair-share-of-federal-funding/235838
- Published: 2026-09-20T11:24:22+00:00
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## Sarawak Deputy Minister Demands Transparent Formula
Sarawak's deputy minister urges federal government to adopt transparent formula for annual funding based on economic contributions to ensure fair share.

> I fully support our Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s suggestion that it is time for the federal government to come up with a formula on how to calculate the annual allocations for Sarawak’s development
## Formula Ensures Funding Certainty
The proposed formula would provide greater certainty over development funding and take into account Sarawak’s contribution to the country’s economy and revenue.

> Have a formula so there is no need to guess every year. The allocation is determined based on how much income and revenue Sarawak generates for Malaysia
## Fair Share Based on Contribution
Sarawak should be entitled to a fair share based on what we have contributed to the country’s economy, growth and revenue, as well as our share of the nation’s wealth.

> We should have a fair share in Malaysia because we formed Malaysia together
## Three Key Requests for Budget 2027
The deputy minister highlighted three key requests for the national Budget 2027: restore diesel subsidies, increase state control over public health funding, and adopt transparent formula for federal allocations.

> Tiang said a clear formula would also provide a more transparent and consistent basis for determining how much Sarawak receives each year
## Diesel Subsidy Impact
Current diesel subsidy policy affects commercial operators and non-governmental organizations, particularly those providing rural-urban services.

> We hope that the national budget can restore what we had previously for the diesel subsidy. That is my number one plea
## Public Health Funding Needs
The deputy minister proposed federal government provide Sarawak with dedicated public health allocation while giving state greater discretion over fund distribution and use.

> Give the budget to the Sarawak government to decide how to manage the allocation from the federal government
## Local Decision-Making Authority
Sarawak should manage public health resources according to local needs rather than having funding decisions made entirely at federal level.

> We make our own decision because we know our place well and how to serve our people
## Key takeaway

Sarawak's deputy minister urges federal government to adopt transparent formula for annual funding based on economic contributions to ensure fair share.