E-hailing group welcomes BUDI95 fuel adjustment, saying it supports drivers’ income stability as government maintains 800-litre subsidy ceiling.
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian E-hailing Coalition (GEM) has welcomed the government’s latest fuel subsidy adjustment, describing it as a relief for the e-hailing community and a vital step in safeguarding drivers’ livelihoods.
In a statement today, its chief activist, Masrizal Mahidin, said the decision is significant in ensuring income stability for drivers, who rely heavily on fuel as a major component of their daily operating costs.
“We express our appreciation to the Madani government for its consideration of e-hailing drivers’ welfare, particularly the decision to maintain the 800-litre maximum ceiling under the Budi Madani RON95 (Budi95) initiative.”
At the same time, he expressed hope that ongoing global geopolitical tensions would ease soon, helping to stabilise the global economy and fuel prices.
“We believe that with unity, resilience and commitment from all parties, we can overcome these challenges more strongly.
“In every challenge, people-centred policies are the backbone of the rakyat’s sustainability. Today, e-hailing drivers are not left behind,” said Masrizal.
Earlier, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that the government will reduce the monthly Budi95 fuel quota from 300 litres to 200 litres starting April 1, as part of efforts to safeguard fuel supplies amid global energy disruptions, while maintaining the subsidised price at RM1.99 per litre.
Meanwhile, e-hailing and gig workers will retain a higher limit of 800 litres per month to meet their operational needs.
