The Malaysian government maintained its petrol and diesel prices this week, with an expected subsidy of around 3.5 billion ringgit a month, according to a Thursday statement by the country's Ministry of Finance.
This comprises a RON95 subsidy of 2 billion ringgit a month and a diesel subsidy of 1.5 billion ringgit. The subsidy rose to as much as 7.5 billion ringgit in April when Brent crude oil prices rose to $120 per barrel.
The current subsidy takes into consideration supply uncertainties, global inventory levels, and seasonal demand in various regions globally, according to the report.
The ministry added that Malaysia's petroleum supply is currently stable and sufficient and the government will ensure citizens remain protected from high fuel prices.