The Malaysian government has prohibited electricity tariff increases that would burden the public. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that any hikes would only affect the wealthy and industries with substantial profits. He emphasized that the majority of citizens would remain unaffected, despite rising costs. The government, led by Anwar and Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof, will work with TNB to provide a detailed explanation regarding the matter.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim mingles with Malaysia ns at a stall in Langkawi, December 27, 2024. — Picture from X/ Anwar Ibrahim as a first-time user . Exclusively for Malay Mail readers: Use codeLANGKAWI, Dec 27 — The government does not allow any increase in electricity tariffs that would impact the public and has instructed Tenaga Nasional Bhd to provide clarification on the matter.
“We do not allow electricity tariff hikes that impact the public. Any increase, as in the past, will only affect the upper class that I describe as the super-rich, or industries recording significant profits. The majority of the public will not be impacted by electricity tariff increases, even though I understand costs are rising.
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