Kangar: The Perlis state government must explore innovative approaches suited to local potential to address increasingly complex economic challenges, said the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail. Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin emphasized the need for strengthening high-value sectors, attracting strategic investments, and leveraging geographical advantages as well as existing resources.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin highlighted that the approaches adopted should be based on best practices that have proven successful, whether domestically or internationally, while taking into account the state's specific context. He urged a focus on high-impact initiatives capable of generating long-term returns, rather than short-term programmes that offer limited value to the state's economy. This message was delivered during his royal address at the opening of the fourth term of the Perlis State Legislative Assembly sitting at Kompleks Seri Putra.
Also present at the event was the Raja Perempuan of Perlis, Tuanku Tengku Fauziah Tengku Abdul Rashid, alongside the Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, and the Raja Puan Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Dr Hajah Lailatul Shahreen Akashah Khalil.
Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin also emphasized the importance of generating state revenue and exploring new, sustainable, and resilient sources of income. He stressed that all expenditures must be carried out prudently, transparently, and with integrity, while delivering maximum returns to the people through development projects in Perlis.
His Royal Highness conveyed that true progress is not measured solely by figures but by the well-being genuinely experienced by all segments of society. He urged that every policy and initiative must be carefully designed, focusing on improving the quality of life comprehensively, inclusively, and sustainably. Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin also expressed hope that the state government will maintain good relations with the federal government to ensure the well-being of the state.