Malaysia unveils one-off cash handout, fuel subsidy to calm cost-of-living anger

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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced a sweeping relief package aimed at easing the financial strain on millions of Malaysians, as his government confronts mounting anger over surging living costs and new taxes.In a special address broadcast on national television and social media on Wednesday, Anwar pledged a one-off payment of 100 ringgit (US$24) to all Malaysians aged 18 and above. The cash handout, timed to coincide with National Day on August 31, is expected to reach around 22 million...