KOTA KINABALU: The economic reforms and focused subsidy strategies introduced by the MADANI Government are now yielding direct advantages for citizens, including those in Sabah and Sarawak.
Datuk Mustapha Sakmud, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs), pointed to the drop in subsidized diesel prices to RM2.10 per liter from July 2026 as clear evidence of this progress.
He explained that the targeted subsidy system, which uses MyKad to verify eligibility, ensures support reaches qualified Malaysians while minimizing misuse, leakage, and fuel smuggling—longstanding issues that have weakened the national subsidy framework.
“This move comes amid ongoing global geopolitical tensions and volatility in international energy markets,” he stated today.
Mustapha emphasized that persistent conflicts in the Middle East require Malaysia to pursue a more strategic approach to safeguarding energy security and maintaining economic stability.
In this regard, he noted that Malaysia’s efforts to deepen energy partnerships with countries like Russia and Turkmenistan, along with securing energy supplies through strong ties with key producers, reflect the government’s dedication to building long-term energy resilience.
“The reduction in diesel prices also highlights the effectiveness of the country’s foreign policy, diplomatic relations, and the prudent economic management under YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The reforms undertaken have helped ease the cost-of-living burden on Malaysians,” he added.
