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rm2 43 billion for federal road projects in sabah this year

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Malaysian federal government increases infrastructure spending in Sabah by 31.29%, with a focus on road construction and maintenance. The allocation directly benefits local construction companies and contractors, stimulating the Sabah economy. No direct commodity price or supply chain scarcity is indicated; the mechanism is fiscal stimulus via public works capex.

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  • RM2.43 billion allocated for federal road projects in Sabah in 2026
  • 31.29% increase from previous year
  • RM512.17 million for federal road maintenance
  • 300% increase in funding for small road repairs
  • Over 170 work packages awarded to Sabah-based contractors
Sector verdictEM_CONSTRUCTIONUpmagnitude 2/3 Β· confidence 3/5

Sustained revenue growth for Sabah contractors as 2026 budget allocation flows into project awards; EM_CONSTRUCTION is affected up 2-5%.

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