COMMENT | Politicians and wannabes are always willing to add their voices to government announcements, sometimes deservedly, but most of the time to send messages that they want to be seen and heard.

After Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the RM100 aid and a cut in fuel prices, analysts, apologists, academics, and the man in the street were interviewed.

However, the one that took the cake was Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil, who said the move “demonstrates the Madani government’s sensitivity to the pulse of the people” and its commitment to easing their burden with various forms of assistance.

“Highest appreciation and thanks to the prime minister for the announcement of the Madani government’s measures that provide relief to the people, as well as drive the country’s economic stability,” he said in a social media post.

“The steps taken are the result of careful consideration and are based on the principles of social justice and economic sustainability,” he said.

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