The Malaysian Islamic Youth Movement acknowledges government efforts on petrol subsidies but urges clearer communication on policy impacts and mitigation measures.

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Islamic Youth Movement (ABIM) has called for stronger government communication and transparency regarding the temporary adjustment to the Budi MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) subsidy programme.

ABIM president Ahmad Fahmi Mohd Samsudin said the rationale, actual impact and mitigation measures must be clearly outlined to manage knock-on effects on goods and services prices.

“Fairness in policy does not mean everyone receives the same thing, but that every group is protected according to their needs,” he said in a statement.

He stressed that fairness must be felt by all in challenging times, not just by the majority.

Ahmad Fahmi acknowledged the government’s efforts in maintaining petrol price stability and implementing protective measures like cash assistance and logistics sector support.

The government recently announced a temporary adjustment to BUDI95 eligibility from 300 litres to 200 litres per month starting April 1, 2026.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the change followed a review showing nearly 90% of the population uses less than 200 litres monthly.

Ahmad Fahmi warned that subsidy policies are a trust of social justice, with indirect effects like rising logistics costs affecting daily lives broadly.

He cautioned against oversimplifying targeted approaches by equating high fuel usage with abuse.

“Some diesel users comprise economically productive groups, including the logistics sector, small enterprises, gig drivers, and semi-urban communities, who depend on daily mobility,” he said.

He called for public discourse based on facts and urged the public to be disciplined in energy consumption.

Ahmad Fahmi also supported the Prime Minister’s diplomatic efforts to ease international tensions through direct communication with other leaders.

 The Sun Malaysia