The head of the Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority announced that the maximum subsidized diesel for fishermen is <strong>50 liters daily</strong> at a price of <strong>1.65 ringgit</strong>, sufficient to meet their operational needs. Despite complaints, he confirmed that government support only covers part of the costs.
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Living in Johor, Malaysia, has announced intensified operations to combat subsidized fuel smuggling, focusing on 31 fuel stations near the border. This campaign includes covert operations to monitor suspicious activities.
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living in Penang has confiscated a total of <strong>415,877.95 Ringgit</strong> from eight cases of subsidized diesel misuse. This action is part of the ministry's efforts to combat manipulation and smuggling.