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Errant petrol station operators to pay over RM1mil for illegal sale of RON95 fuel


PUTRAJAYA: Petrol station operators who allow the illegal sale of RON95 fuel to foreign-registered vehicles could face fines exceeding the existing RM1mil imposed, it was announced.

Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said this is part of the government’s comprehensive effort to counter “leakages” involving subsidised fuel.

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RM 13.90/month

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RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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