KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 — RON97 will cost 60 sen more at RM5.15 per litre from tomorrow to April 1, following the rise in global oil prices.
In a statement today, the Finance Ministry (MOF) announced that diesel in Peninsular Malaysia will cost 80 sen more at RM5.52 per litre, while in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan, it remains at RM2.15 per litre.
Unsubsidised RON95 will cost 60 sen more at RM3.87 per litre, while subsidised RON95 under BUDI95 remains at RM1.99 per litre.
“The prolonged conflict in West Asia has driven global crude oil prices up by more than 40 per cent, surpassing US$100 per barrel, thereby increasing the risk of global oil supply disruptions.
“In this situation, the Madani Government maintains the subsidised price of RON95 at RM1.99 per litre through BUDI95 to protect the people, while the prices of other fuels are adjusted gradually in line with the global price increase since the end of February 2026,” read the statement.
According to MOF, although Malaysia is an oil-producing country, domestic fuel prices are still influenced by the global market because a large portion of the supply is obtained from the international market.
In line with the Madani Economy framework, MOF said the government will continue to ensure benefits are returned to the people by protecting them from the pressures of rising fuel costs.
Among the measures taken are enhanced monitoring and enforcement to ensure stable fuel supply and to curb leakages and abuse of subsidies, especially in border areas.
Sales controls have also been tightened, with subsidised RON95 made unavailable for foreign-registered vehicles and the government mandating special permits for those who wish to buy 20 litres and above of RON95 in containers other than vehicle tanks.
“The government (also) intends to introduce controls on diesel purchases, particularly in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan, to address leakage risks,” said MOF.
Through BUDI95, eligible citizens continue to enjoy RON95 at RM1.99 per litre, while diesel for public transport and land logistics remains at RM2.15 per litre, with the government’s subsidy burden exceeding RM3 billion per month.
Additionally, individual diesel aid has been enhanced as the rates for BUDI Individual and BUDI Agri-Commodities were increased to RM300 this month, compared with RM200 per month previously.
