Diesel subsidy not abolished, govt still bears RM7bil in subsidies, says PM Anwar


The government set the price of diesel in the peninsula at RM3.35 per litre starting June 10, in line with the diesel subsidy rationalisation exercise. — CHAN BOON KAI/The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: The government still bears around RM7bil in subsidies related to diesel in Peninsular Malaysia, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

He explained that subsidies have not been abolished. The diesel subsidy rationalisation aims to ensure more efficient management of subsidies, preventing misuse and ensuring they reach appropriate groups.

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RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

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

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