Fuel Subsidy for petrol cut to 200 litres per month of RON95: is it a fiscal fix or a consumer burden?

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27 May 2026 • 12:00 AM MYT
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Fuel Subsidy for petrol cut to 200 litres per month of RON95: is it a fiscal fix or a consumer burden?

The subsidy policy of RON95 gasoline has always been a controversial issue in Malaysia and it has recently turned into a more critical juncture. The new policy has just been implemented by the federal government, which considerably decreases the monthly quota for fuel subsidy of eligible citizens. The initial amount of the quota is 300 litres, which will be reduced to 200 litres from April 2026. The subsidised retail price of the fuel is still the same at RM1.99/litre, but this cutting its...