Next, we moved into the upper-middle income phase. From an economic perspective, when we achieved independence 57 years ago, we developed the country based on agriculture before progressing to a modern industrialised economy. However, all these have to be undertaken by a responsible and accountable Government that always prioritises the interests of the rakyat.Ħ. It takes hard work, comprehensive plans as well as painful and unpopular decisions. Nevertheless, many people are not aware that the process to develop and prosper the nation has not been easy. If not, Malaysia would not have reached its present level of success.ĥ. The fact is we have implemented various strategies that were carefully and sistematically planned to develop the economy.

Throughout nearly 60 years of independence, we have formulated various short, medium and long-term plans in our efforts to achieve prosperity. I also wish them the gift of Haji Akbar.Ĥ. I would also like to take this opportunity on this blessed Friday afternoon to welcome back YAB Deputy Prime Minister and others who have returned from performing the Haj. May her soul be placed among the pious.ģ. Before I proceed, on behalf of the Government, I would like to extend condolences on the loss of Allahyarham Tun Hajah Suhaila Binti Tan Sri Mohammad Noah who was the wife of our third Prime Minister.

Program rumah mesra rakyat 2013