Perak KPDN steps up 24-hour inspections at border petrol stations to curb RON95 smuggling, ensuring sufficient essential supplies for the festive season

IPOH: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has intensified 24-hour inspections at petrol stations along the Perak-Thailand border to curb fuel smuggling.

Perak KPDN director Datuk Kamaluddin Ismail warned that firm action would be taken against any individuals caught smuggling RON95 petrol.

He stated that checks have been stepped up across the state, with both uniformed and plainclothes officers monitoring the premises.

Kamaluddin added that supplies of essential items like cooking oil and sugar are sufficient based on recent shop inspections.

KPDN enforcement director-general Datuk Azman Adam said authorities are tightening enforcement of the RON95 petrol subsidy under the BUDI MADANI initiative nationwide.

He explained the move uses an intelligence-led approach to prevent misuse and subsidy leaks.

Azman noted that the West Asia conflict has driven up global oil prices, making Malaysia’s cheaper petrol an attractive target for outsiders.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim previously stated the RON95 subsidy under BUDI95 would remain at RM1.99 per litre despite rising global prices.

 The Sun Malaysia