Government saves RM5.98 million in Ron95 subsidies through WFH - KSN

PUTRAJAYA - The work-from-home (WFH) initiative has generated savings of RM5.98 million in RON95 petrol subsidies, equivalent to 3.13 million litres, since its implementation on April 15, Chief Secretary to the Government (KSN) Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said.

In a post on his official Facebook page, he said the savings, recorded up to today, have helped ease the government's financial burden amid global supply challenges.

Shamsul Azri said he was informed during the Digital Government Committee Meeting that the SPOT-Me application, which records attendance and daily task logs, has been effective in monitoring operations and safeguarding the integrity of the public service.

On May 26, media reports stated that the government had saved RM4.22 million in RON95 petrol subsidies, equivalent to 2.14 million litres.

He also said Malaysia was ranked 13th globally for Technological Infrastructure in the 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking released by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), up from 25th place last year.

Looking ahead, he said the government would focus on strengthening data sovereignty, promoting the safe adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), integrating MyDigital ID and expanding paperless administration to enhance public service delivery, in line with the aspirations of Malaysia MADANI. - BERNAMA