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Police Bust Major Puchong Diesel Smuggling Ring in RM919,022 Haul

Police have dismantled a subsidised diesel trafficking operation in Puchong, seizing diesel worth RM919,022 alongside vehicles and equipment. The raid signals intensified enforcement against fuel subsidy abuse that drains public coffers.

By Aisyah Razak · 20 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Sabah and Sarawak Lead SKDS Uptake as Nearly 68% of New Jeep and Pickup Registrations Come from East Malaysia

Nearly 68% of companies newly registered under Malaysia's expanded Subsidised Diesel Control System for jeeps and pickups are based in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan, reflecting strong uptake in East Malaysia since the scheme's expansion on July 3.

By Aisyah Razak · 26 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia Shields Drivers from Global Oil Spikes with RM50 Billion Annual Fuel Subsidy

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia is absorbing escalating global crude prices by allocating up to RM50 billion annually in fuel subsidies to keep RON95 petrol fixed at RM1.99 per litre.

By Rajesh Kumar · 25 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia Redirects RON95 Subsidy Savings to Social Support and Food Security

Malaysia's targeted RON95 petrol subsidy has generated savings that the government is channelling into expanded social protection programmes, food security measures, and SME support rather than accumulating as fiscal surplus.

By Aisyah Razak · 21 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Government Pledges Refinement of Fuel Subsidy Scheme in Sabah and Sarawak Following Public Input

The Malaysian government says it will adjust its BUDI Diesel subsidy programme in Sabah and Sarawak based on grassroots feedback. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has personally engaged with communities facing implementation challenges.

By Aisyah Razak · 16 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia's Fiscal Deficit Expected to Reach 3.6% of GDP Despite RM25 Billion Fuel Subsidy Boost

Malaysia's fiscal deficit is forecast to reach 3.6 per cent of GDP in 2026 despite the government allocating an extra RM25 billion for fuel subsidies, only slightly above the original 3.5 per cent target, according to Hong Leong Investment Bank.

By Aisyah Razak · 15 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Parliament Tackles Internet Outages and Fuel Subsidy Strain as West Asia Tensions Bite

The Dewan Rakyat is examining internet service failures and the financial pressure on fuel subsidies stemming from West Asia tensions, while advancing telecommunications legislation.