KUCHING, Oct 21: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government will provide one-off financial assistance of RM500 to retired Sarawak state civil servants and a one-off incentive of RM700 to private media practitioners registered with six media associations in the state.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced the initiatives during his winding-up speech at the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUNS) sitting today.
He said the RM500 assistance for retired members of the Sarawak Civil Service was a token of appreciation for their years of service and contributions to the State.
“Their contributions will always be remembered,” he said of the initiative, which is expected to benefit approximately 10,141 retirees, involving an estimated expenditure of RM5.1 million.
