Johor's RM2.546 Bln Budget 2026 To Have RM4.45 Mln Surplus
ISKANDAR PUTERI, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- The Johor government today tabled a state budget of RM2.546 billion for 2026 compared with RM1.999 billion last year, with efforts to focus on safeguarding Johoreans’ welfare and well-being as well as to strengthen the state’s fiscal position.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said its projected revenue is expected to increase to RM2.55 billion, making it one of the states with among the strongest financial foundations in Malaysia, surpassing the original Budget 2025 projection.
"This means that the Johor Budget 2026 is a surplus budget which amounts to RM4.45 million," Onn Hafiz said, tabling Johor's Budget 2026 at the Johor State Legislative Assembly here today.
He attributed this to disciplined fiscal management and effective state economic strategies.
“Johor's economy and performance are very encouraging. It is now on a strong footing, with state revenue reaching RM2.55 billion, supported by increased zakat collections, local authority revenue, the Johor Housing Development Corporation, and profits from state government-linked companies.”
Onn Hafiz said the state budget themed “A Prosperous Johor People” is aligned with the state's six key pillars, comprising 260 initiatives for social, economic, and people’s well-being development.
He added that over the past three years and six months, Johor attracted RM218 billion worth of investments, created more than 64,000 job opportunities, while maintaining a low unemployment rate of 2.3 per cent.
Additionally, its 6.4 per cent gross domestic product (GDP) growth, as well as its agricultural sector sales of RM27.2 billion, were both the highest in Malaysia.
“This rise in revenue not only reflects Johor’s economic strength but also proves that every policy and initiative implemented has produced tangible benefits for the people,” he said.
He added that the state government is committed to maintaining this growth momentum through the implementation of development plans based on strategic investments, innovation, and inclusive prosperity by 2026.
-- BERNAMA