DARO, April 17 -- More than RM300 million has been allocated this year to enhance the welfare, healthcare, housing and socio-economic well-being of Armed Forces veterans nationwide, as the Ministry of Defence steps up outreach efforts in rural Sarawak.

Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said the allocation reflects the government's continued commitment to improving the lives of veterans, particularly those in rural and interior areas.

"This year, more than RM300 million has been allocated to assist our veterans in terms of welfare, healthcare, housing, education for their children and various support programmes," he told reporters during the 'Program Peduli Veteran Madani (PVM) 2026' outreach here today.

He said the programme also ser...