Malaysia's oil might only last another 20 years

Opinion
16 Apr 2026 • 3:00 PM MYT
Malaysia's oil might only last another 20 years

Malaysia is an oil-producing country.
But we’re quietly running out.

At current production rates, we may only have about 20 years of oil left.

Production already peaked in 2004.
Since then, it’s been declining every year.

So when oil prices go up, it doesn’t automatically mean Malaysia gets richer.
Because we’re exporting less… and importing more refined fuel.

We’re not running out tomorrow.
But the clock is already ticking.