Appeals from various parties regarding diesel subsidy eligibility will be presented to the Cabinet after consideration
Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said that appeals from various parties regarding the review of diesel subsidy eligibility will be taken up by the Malaysian government for consideration later. when considering them. Bernama.
The government was aware of the complaints, including those from tow truck operators, the minister said. “Everything is being looked into. They [the appealing parties] We have filed a defence and as soon as the appeals committee conducts its analysis, we will submit it to the Cabinet for consideration,” Armizan said.
No decision has been taken as of now as the ministry is still conducting analysis and the basic principle is that the eligible entities for the Subsidized Diesel Control System (SKDS) are those sectors or modes of transport involved in the delivery of essential goods used by large communities on a daily basis, the minister added. However, the government is open to any appeals for best consideration.
Immediately after diesel retail price increase up to RM3.35 a liter on June 10, rickshaw companies as well as concrete manufacturers have increased prices These businesses are not yet insured by targeted subsidies.
That week, the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) said it was studying the possibility of adding more vehicles to the list of vehicles eligible for diesel subsidies.
According to Bernama Reporting, 1Malaysia Motor and Rickshaw Transport Consortium (1MTTCC) claims that operating costs have doubled since the rationalization of diesel subsidies in Peninsular Malaysia, causing retail diesel prices to increase by 1 .20 RM, equivalent to 56% to RM 3.35 per liter.
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