SEREMBAN, Oct 3 — Strengthening critical infrastructure, boosting water security and enhancing disaster preparedness are among Negeri Sembilan’s key priorities put forward for the Federal Government’s consideration in Budget 2027.
Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim said the priorities also included measures to improve access to education and quality healthcare, while strengthening food security for the well-being of the people in the state.
Speaking to Bernama recently, he said the key priorities were identified based on the strategic importance of each project in driving economic growth, enhancing the well-being of the people and ensuring balanced development throughout the state.
On the transport sector, Ismail said road network development was essential to improving connectivity and facilitating the movement of people and goods, while providing direct access to industrial, logistics and new growth hubs.
