KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today addressed the nation, outlining Malaysia’s strategic response to the ongoing global energy crisis triggered by the Middle East conflict.
He announced that the monthly quota for subsidised RON95 petrol under the Budi95 programme will be reduced from 300 litres to 200 litres, while the price remains at RM1.99 per litre. Subsidies for e-hailing and gig workers will continue at 800 litres, and diesel in Sabah and Sarawak will remain at RM2.15 per litre.
To ensure fair distribution and prevent abuse, Anwar detailed temporary fuel rationing as follows: light public and private vehicles are limited to 50 litres per purchase, public and goods transport vehicles under 3 tons to 100 litres, and vehicles over 3 tons to 150 litres per purchase.
He stressed that these measures are carefully planned to protect citizens and maintain energy security, alongside stricter enforcement to combat smuggling. He also encouraged flexible work arrangements, including staggered work-from-home schedules for public servants.
While urging both public and private sectors to remain disciplined. With unsubsidised RON95 at RM3.87 per litre and the fuel subsidy bill projected at RM24 billion, Anwar called on Malaysians to cooperate as the government balances fiscal sustainability with equitable support.
