Making sure subsidies are fair and effective


Photo: MUHAMAD SHAHRIL ROSLI/The Star

THE recent implementation of a targeted diesel subsidy solely based on income data has raised concerns about the fairness and effectiveness of such an approach.

This new system of targeted subsidies is anchored by the comprehensive data platform known as the Central Database Hub, or Pangkalan Data Utama (Padu), which aims to ensure that subsidies reach those who truly need them.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.04/month

Billed as RM 9.04 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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