The government is considering increasing assistance under the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) schemes if the country’s economy permits, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

He said the matter was discussed with Treasury secretary-general Johan Mahmood Merican yesterday and would be considered in the upcoming budget.

“So, this is an effort we will continue to pursue. To those receiving STR and Sara, I want to say that...