Penang gets less than it gives to Putrajaya, Chow reminds Sanusi
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has pushed back against claims by Kedah's menteri besar that Penang receives preferential federal treatment. Chow highlighted that Penang contributes significantly more in tax revenue than it receives in federal funding, advocating for a balanced approach to national development.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing tensions regarding fiscal federalism and resource allocation between Malaysia's states and the central government.
Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow looking over an exhibit of photographs of the state's double-decker ferries which were retired in 2020 after six decades.
The article presents the Chief Minister's perspective while acknowledging the opposing claim, maintaining a standard reporting style.
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