KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today reaffirmed the government's commitment to ongoing flood mitigation projects in high-risk areas.
Anwar said despite the substantial financial implications, the projects would remain a priority, alongside the development of essential infrastructure such as roads, highways and utilities.
"In addition to focusing on basic infrastructure such as roads, highways and utilities, the government is committed to continuing flood mitigation projects in high-risk areas, despite the significant financial impact involved," he said in his 2025 New Year message, which was aired tonight.
Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, said the government remains committed to managing current economic challenges, particularly in light of unforeseen events such as the severe floods affecting several states.
He also said preparedness measures have been carefully planned earlier on to mitigate the impacts of floods in a sustainable manner.
"The current economic challenges must be managed wisely, especially considering the unforeseen events such as the severe floods that have recently occurred.
"The Madani government has assured that all efforts will continue across all states to ensure swift delivery of assistance, with recovery and relief efforts promptly undertaken by all federal, state and local government agencies.
"God willing, we will be able to navigate through these challenges and protect more lives from loss or damage to property."