RON97, unsubsidised RON95 down 5 sen, diesel down 10 sen
These prices are effective until Oct 21.
The finance ministry has announced a nationwide price reduction for various types of petrol and diesel in Malaysia, starting from tomorrow.
The unsubsidised RON97 petrol will see a 5 sen reduction per litre, now retailing at RM5.10. Unsubsidised RON95 will also decrease by 5 sen, now priced at RM4.62 per litre. Diesel, which is not subsidised, will drop by 10 sen, now costing RM5.17 per litre.
However, the RON95 petrol under the BUDI95 scheme will remain at RM1.99 per litre, while diesel under the BUDI Diesel initiative will stay at RM2.10 per litre.
Subsidised petrol under the SKPS system will continue to be sold at RM2.05 per litre, while subsidised diesel under the SKDS system will be priced at RM2.15 per litre. These new prices will be in effect until October 21.
The ministry stated that these price cuts are part of efforts to protect both the public and businesses from the effects of global uncertainties. It was also noted that the government plans to spend RM40 billion on fuel subsidies in 2027 to support economic growth and safeguard people's livelihoods.
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