Which key Bumiputera educational institutions will receive the largest share of funding?

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MARA, UiTM, and the Peneraju Foundation will receive the largest share of funding.

MARA, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM), and the Peneraju Foundation are set to receive the largest portion of the RM8 billion allocated for Bumiputera development in Budget 2020. This significant allocation underscores their role in advancing the Bumiputera community.
Funding for Key Educational and Entrepreneurial Agencies
A substantial RM6.6 billion will be channelled to these key Bumiputera institutions. This funding is intended to support their ongoing operations and development initiatives aimed at empowering the Bumiputera demographic.
Support for Bumiputera SMEs and Entrepreneurs
Beyond educational institutions, RM1 billion is designated for Bumiputera small and medium enterprises (SMEs) associations, to be distributed through the SME Bank. Additionally, RM445 million will be dedicated to Bumiputera entrepreneurship development programmes, including those managed by Tekun, SMECorp, PHB, and Teraju.
Broader Bumiputera Development Initiatives
The overall allocation for Bumiputera development in Budget 2020 represents an increase of RM400 million from the previous year's RM7.6 billion, bringing the total to RM8 billion. This increased funding reflects a continued commitment to the Bumiputera agenda within the government's growth plans.

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