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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has issued a stern directive for enforcement agencies to step up efforts against false claims about fuel and electricity prices
As the government navigates a significant global energy crunch, these measures aim to maintain public confidence and curb the spread of misleading content.
To date, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has identified 96 separate social media posts containing misinformation specifically about to upcoming price hikes and tariff adjustments, according to Bernama.
In a live address on 1 April, Anwar urged the Royal Malaysia Police and MCMC to take immediate action against those seeking to "sabotage and betray" the nation through online falsehoods
Bloomberg reports that Anwar highlighted Malaysia's extraordinary circumstances, noting that the government spends about RM4 billion per month to absorb rising global oil prices following tensions in the Middle East. Despite this, the subsidised price of RON95 remains at RM 1.99 per litre.
To protect national energy security, the government has announced a mandatory work-from-home (WFH) policy for all employees of ministries, agencies, and state-owned companies starting Wednesday, 15 April.
This initiative aims to reduce national fuel consumption and safeguard existing reserves during the ongoing crisis
While the monthly subsidised fuel quota has been cut to 200 litres per citizen, Anwar reassured the public that PETRONAS is planning to guarantee a steady supply of oil and gas at least until May.
However, he warned that the government's ability to continue these subsidies is not unlimited, urging Malaysians to consider the higher energy costs faced by neighbouring countries.
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Image via Engin Akryut/PexelsMCMC has begun recording statements from several individuals suspected of misusing the logos of major news outlets like Buletin TV3 to fabricate reports on electricity tariff hikes
Under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, those found guilty of spreading such misinformation face a maximum fine of RM500,000 or a two-year prison sentence.
