The additional allocation of RM100 million to the Palestinians in Gaza will focus on the reconstruction of the region affected by Israel's genocide, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
The latest contribution differs in approach compared to the previous one, which was more focused on food aid, he explained.
"Two years ago, around October and November 2023, we successfully coordinated contributions with the private sector. However, much of the food supply went to waste due to the Zionist regime’s blockade, which prevented the aid from entering Gaza.
"This time, the focus may shift towards efforts to rebuild Gaza, and I believe this can be achieved with the cooperation of international partners, including Japan,” he told reporters after the Communications Ministry's monthly assembly in Putrajaya today.
Also present were communications secretary-general Fauzi Md Isa and Bernama editor-in-chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj.
Malaysia’s unwavering support
Fahmi said the government remains firmly committed to the Palestinian struggle, with this latest allocation further strengthening Malaysia’s unwavering support.
“I also want to emphasise that Malaysia’s stance on Palestinian independence remains unchanged and comes with no pre-conditions, it does not depend on the situation,” he added.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, speaking at the “Malam Himpunan dan Selawat Malaysiaku Bersama Gaza” at Dataran Merdeka yesterday, announced that his government had approved an additional allocation of RM100 million to assist Palestinians in Gaza.
Anwar said that this reflects Malaysia’s ongoing and unwavering commitment to defending the rights of the Palestinian people.
He further urged large companies and corporations to contribute aid for Palestinians, while also calling on Malaysians to reflect on the blessings of peace and freedom they enjoy and extend that compassion to those in need.
- Bernama
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