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<h2>Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced that efforts to completely eliminate hardcore poverty in Kuala Lumpur, Melaka, and Negeri Sembilan have been successful</h2>
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<p>He said the initiative to eradicate hardcore poverty encompasses not only the Malays, but also includes other ethnicities, such as Indians, Chinese, and other communities, reported <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://bernama.com/bm/news.php?id=2270575">Bernama</a>.</p>
<p>&#8220;In Kuala Lumpur, although the majority are Malays, the population ratio indicates <b>[a high prevalence&nbsp;of hardcore poverty] among Indians,</b> and we will <b>assist every family in Kuala Lumpur to emerge from&nbsp;the hardcore poverty line﻿</b>. This is our approach, but sometimes, we receive requests that only seek allocation for Indians.</p>
<p>&#8220;We have assisted all households facing hardcore poverty, regardless of whether they are Chinese, Malay, or Indian. <b>As of the latest data available, we have achieved 100% [hardcore poverty eradication] </b><b>in Kuala Lumpur, Melaka, and Negeri Sembilan</b><b></b>,&#8221; he was quoted as saying yesterday, 15 February.</p>
<p>Anwar has prioritised the eradication of hardcore poverty as one of the key objectives of his MADANI agenda.</p>
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<p class="img-caption">Anwar speaking during a Chinese New Year event hosted by the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia yesterday, 15 February.</p>
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<h2>Hardcore poverty in Malaysia refers to households with a monthly income of less than RM1,169, while households in absolute poverty have an income of less than RM2,208</h2>
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<p>Commenting on the complete eradication of hardcore poverty in two states and one Federal Territory today, 16 February, Anwar said that <b></b>there should be no room for failure in replicating the accomplishment nationwide<b>. </b></p>
<p><b></b>He highlighted the <b>significant zakat collections in several states as a key resource for achieving this goal</b>, reported <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2024/02/16/no-more-excuses-for-hardcore-poverty-anwar-tells-state-zakat-agencies/">FMT</a>.</p>
<p>The prime minister stressed that zakat is intended to assist the poor, and state zakat authorities are duty-bound to prioritise the elimination of hardcore poverty.</p>
<p>&#8220;Zakat is not about generating revenue for the country. It is an institution dedicated to eradicating poverty.</p>
<p>&#8220;I cannot accept the fact that there are people who remain in the hardcore poor bracket despite states collecting large sums as zakat,&#8221; he said today.</p>
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<h2>Malaysia updated its poverty line threshold in 2020:</h2>
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<h2>Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Federal Territories Pardons Board reduced Datuk Seri Najib Razak&#8217;s sentence after considering his contributions to the nation</h2>
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<p>Speaking at the Prime Minister&#8217;s Assembly today, 5 February, Anwar said multiple factors were taken into account during the <a href="https://says.com/my/news/its-confirmed-najib-got-a-50-discount-on-his-sentence">Pardons Board meeting</a>, including Najib&#8217;s role, life journey, contributions to his family, prison life, services, and contributions to the community, reported the <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2024/02/1009873/pardons-boards-decision-reduce-najibs-sentence-influenced-his">New Straits Times</a>.</p>
<p>The discussion also covered details of the judicial process, the nature of the case, and the imposed punishment.</p>
<p>&#8220;The appeal process to the Pardons Board considers a holistic view of the individual&#8217;s life and contributions.</p>
<p>&#8220;Information is thoroughly presented before each board member provides their perspective, ultimately leading to the decision by the <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://says.com/my/news/i-beg-your-pardon-tony-pua-s-fb-status-probed-allegedly-insulting-royalty">Yang di-Pertuan Agong</a>,&#8221; he said.</p>
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<h2>Anwar emphasised that, as the prime minister, it is his responsibility to ensure that every appeal application is thoroughly considered by the Pardons Board</h2>
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<p><p>&#8220;Some argued that there must be a three-year gap (after sentencing to apply for a pardon), which is inaccurate. Anyone undergoing the process for the first time is eligible to submit an appeal.</p>
<p>&#8220;In the context of this case, when appeals are officially announced, I, as the prime minister, take measures to ensure their proper consideration.</p>
<p>&#8220;I acknowledge the weight of this responsibility. Upon receiving any appeal, I promptly request the Pardons Board to convene and deliberate on the matter,&#8221; he explained.</p>
<p>Anwar mentioned that he participated in the Federal Territories Pardons Board meeting ﻿on 9 December, given his responsibility for Federal Territories-related matters at that time.</p>
<p>After a cabinet reshuffle, Dr Zaliha Mustafa took over the Federal Territories portfolio, representing Anwar in subsequent board meetings. Despite limited attendance, Anwar stayed actively involved in the review process.</p>
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<h2>Najib was confirmed to have received a partial pardon last Friday, 2 February:</h2>
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Anwar: Pardons Board Reduced Najib's Sentence Because Of His Contributions To The Nation

Anwar Says There’s No More Hardcore Poverty In KL, Melaka & Negeri Sembilan

Anwar: Pardons Board Reduced Najib’s Sentence Because Of His Contributions To The Nation