BUDI95 Explained: Who Gets RON95 Petrol at RM1.99 a Litre
Malaysia's targeted RON95 fuel subsidy keeps petrol at RM1.99 a litre for eligible citizens. Here is how BUDI95 works, who qualifies, and the monthly quota.
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Fuel Theft in Britain Soars as Energy Costs Spike Amid Iran Crisis
Fuel theft across British petrol stations has surged dramatically since February's Iran oil crisis, with thieves now taking nearly £200,000 worth of petrol and diesel daily, driven by sharply elevated pump prices.
Japan to Slash Food Sales Tax to 1% in Bold Inflation Relief Move
Japan will reduce its consumption tax on food to just 1% from April 2025 for two years, marking the first such cut since the tax's introduction in 1989. The measure aims to ease inflation pressures on consumers.
Selangor Distributes RM200 Shopping Vouchers to 8,391 Non-Pensioned Military and Police Veterans
Selangor's state government has begun distributing RM200 shopping vouchers to over 8,300 military and police veterans without pensions, marking the first phase of a welfare initiative honouring their service.
Jualan MADANI KUSKOP Expands to Reach More Sabah Communities
The Jualan MADANI KUSKOP programme is being rolled out to more rural areas in Sabah to provide affordable essential goods and cost-of-living relief to remote communities through cooperative networks.
Government to Boost SARA Assistance, Anwar Confirms
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged to increase SARA aid in the near term, responding to public demand despite existing government support programmes across multiple assistance categories.
Negeri Sembilan Voters Demand Accessible Leaders With Real Delivery Capacity
Negeri Sembilan voters entering the state election are prioritizing accessibility and concrete results over traditional political divides, with cost of living and equitable development emerging as dominant concerns.
Government To Boost SARA Payouts Soon, Says PM Anwar
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged to increase SARA assistance in the near future, following public feedback about the ongoing cost of living pressures facing Malaysian households.
Burnham's Government Signals Tax Relief on Power Bills as Cost-of-Living Pressure Mounts
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham's administration has announced plans to cut taxes on electricity bills as part of efforts to ease household financial pressure, fulfilling key campaign commitments.
New UK PM Burnham Stamps Authority With Cabinet Overhaul, Pledges Cost-of-Living Relief
New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has reshuffled his cabinet, removing figures loyal to his predecessor while unveiling a 10-year plan to address cost-of-living challenges and signalling a leftward political direction.
UK's Incoming Prime Minister Abandons Digital ID Plan, Pivots to Cost-of-Living Focus
The incoming UK Prime Minister has shelved a controversial digital identity scheme intended to combat illegal migration, redirecting £1.8 billion toward addressing the cost-of-living crisis that has gripped the nation.
Economic Growth Masks Underlying Hardship for Many Malaysians, Anwar Acknowledges
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim acknowledged that Malaysia's stronger-than-expected second-quarter economic growth has not translated into relief for struggling households and small enterprises, signalling the government's awareness of a widening gap between headline figures and ground-level reality.
Andy Burnham Becomes UK Prime Minister, Vows to Refocus Government on Cost-of-Living Crisis
Andy Burnham, the so-called 'King of the North', has assumed office as Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade, committing to fundamental government reform centred on economic hardship and deteriorating public services.
Malaysia to Expand Rahmah MADANI Sales Programme to Combat Cost-of-Living Crisis
Malaysia's Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry will increase Rahmah MADANI Sales Programmes to address affordability challenges, particularly in high-cost areas like Labuan and Limbang.
UK's Next PM To Scrap Digital ID Scheme, Redirect Funds to Cost-of-Living Crisis
Britain's incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham has committed to abandoning the UK's digital ID programme, pledging to redirect the allocated resources toward addressing the nation's cost-of-living crisis instead.
PM hints at potential boost to Sara welfare scheme in 2027 Budget amid economic review
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated the government may increase funding for the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) welfare programme in the 2027 Budget, pending Malaysia's economic performance and fiscal position.
Small Firms to Receive 300 Litres of Subsidised Diesel Monthly Under New Scheme
Small companies and local contractors nationwide will receive 300 litres of subsidised diesel monthly through fleet cards, as the government expands its targeted subsidy scheme launched in Sabah, Sarawak, and Labuan.
RM238.64 Million Spent on MADANI Rahmah Sales Programme in Seven Months
Malaysia's MADANI Rahmah Sales Programme has consumed RM238.64 million since January, processing 21 million transactions across 17,000 nationwide sales events. The government aims to expand to 30,000 programmes by year-end.
Essential Goods Distribution Programme Narrows Rural-Urban Price Gap, Ministry Reports
Malaysia's Essential Goods Distribution Programme has narrowed price disparities between rural and urban markets, delivering controlled prices for staples to over one million residents across six states with RM250 million in annual funding.
SARA Aid Programme Records Strong 99% Uptake Rate With RM3.45 Billion Spent
Malaysia's SARA cashless assistance scheme has achieved near-complete uptake among its 9 million monthly recipients, with transaction values reaching RM3.45 billion this year. The programme demonstrates strong effectiveness in easing cost-of-living pressures.
Government Deploys PAKW Data Framework to Bridge Urban-Rural Living Cost Divide
Malaysia's government is leveraging the Basic Living Expenditure (PAKW) framework to craft targeted interventions addressing the widening cost-of-living gap between urban and rural communities, with data showing significant regional variations in household expenses.
Malaysia's Fuel Prices Remain Competitive Against Major Oil Producers, Says Anwar
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended Malaysia's fuel pricing, asserting that RON95 petrol at RM1.99 per litre under the BUDI MADANI subsidy scheme remains more affordable than comparable prices in major oil-producing nations including Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Pakatan Harapan's Johor Plan Goes Beyond Promises With Accountability Mechanism, Says Maszlee
Pakatan Harapan's Johor election manifesto prioritises practical solutions to the cost of living crisis through state health schemes, affordable housing and youth programmes, with a public monitoring mechanism to track delivery.
Government Committed to Civil Servants' Affordable Housing Drive, Anwar Confirms
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the government's commitment to providing affordable housing for civil servants, citing implementation already underway across several states. Johor alone has 1,700 units under construction.
Johor voters in Bukit Batu focus on cost of living and infrastructure ahead of July 11 polls
Voters in Johor's Bukit Batu state constituency are prioritising cost of living relief, employment opportunities, and infrastructure improvements as key election issues, with polling day set for July 11.
PSM's Skudai Candidate Focuses Campaign On Cost Of Living Crisis
PSM's sole candidate in Johor's Skudai constituency is campaigning on economic hardship and fair wages, citing the exodus of workers to Singapore as evidence of local income inadequacy.
Parliament Tackles SUHAKAM Reform and Cost-of-Living Pressures in New Session
Parliament's July sitting will examine proposed changes to SUHAKAM's financial structure and the widening disconnect between official inflation figures and household spending pressures, reflecting growing economic anxieties.
BUDI Diesel rolls out tomorrow with 700,000 private vehicle owners set to enjoy RM2.10 per litre subsidy
Malaysia launches its expanded BUDI Diesel initiative on July 1, extending subsidised fuel at RM2.10 per litre to approximately 700,000 private vehicle owners nationwide, representing a major expansion from the previous scheme.
Government Expands Rahmah MADANI Sales to 15,881 Sessions Nationwide in First Half of 2024
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living has conducted 15,881 Rahmah MADANI Sales events nationwide between January and June 2024, covering all state constituencies and Federal Territory zones in a bid to ease living costs.