How much allowance did Lim Guan Eng receive monthly?

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Lim Guan Eng Received RM30,200 Monthly Allowance as Penang Chief Minister

During his tenure as Penang Chief Minister from March 2008 to May 2018, Lim Guan Eng received a monthly allowance of RM30,200. This allowance was in addition to his basic salary, bringing his total monthly remuneration to RM44,375. These details were presented in the Sessions Court during the ongoing corruption trial related to the Penang undersea tunnel project.
Financial Disclosure and Testimony

The court heard that Lim Guan Eng's income as Chief Minister, comprising a basic salary of RM14,175 and the RM30,200 allowance, was publicly declared on the Penang state government's web portal. This information was shared by Mohd Farulizam Che Meh, a former Principal Senior Assistant Secretary at the Penang State Secretary’s Office, who testified as the 20th prosecution witness. His testimony formed part of the evidence presented in Lim's corruption case.
Context of the Trial

Mohd Farulizam's statements were made during the examination-in-chief by deputy public prosecutor Francine Cheryl Rajendram. The trial concerns four charges against Lim Guan Eng, which are linked to the RM6.3 billion Penang undersea tunnel project. Lim served as the Air Puteh State Assemblyman for three terms and as Chief Minister for two terms during the period in question.
Legal Proceedings and Medical Leave

The trial also addressed Lim Guan Eng's presence in court. His lawyer, Haijan Omar, informed Judge Azura Alwi that Lim had been discharged from the National Heart Institute (IJN) and would be present for the proceedings the following day. Lim had been admitted to IJN for a medical procedure the preceding Sunday, causing the trial to proceed for two days without his physical attendance.

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