Malaysia’s statutory debt at RM1.295t, or 63.9pc of GDP, still within legal limit, says Auditor General’s report
Malaysia's Auditor General reported that the federal government's statutory debt-to-GDP ratio reached 63.9% in 2026. While this figure is on an upward trend, it remains within the legal borrowing limit of 65%.
Why it matters
The report provides transparency regarding Malaysia's fiscal health and adherence to statutory debt ceilings amid economic fluctuations.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 — The Federal Government’s statutory debt-to-gross domestic product (GDP) ratio stood at 63.9 per cent last year, remaining below the statutory debt limit of 65 per cent, according to the Auditor General’s Report (LKAN) 2/2026.
According to the report, the statutory debt stood at RM1.295 trillion, comprising Malaysian Government Securities, Malaysian Government Investment Issues and Malaysian Islamic Treasury Bills.
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