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During the Belanjawan 2026 announcement last Friday, the Malaysian government did not explicitly mention ongoing public transport subsidies. However, the Transport Ministry has confirmed that key initiatives such as the My50 Pass, FLYsiswa, and the festive airline fare cap will continue.

The Malaysian government has announced it is preparing new cybercrime legislation aimed at strengthening legal protections and improving enforcement against evolving online threats. Deputy Home Minister Shamsul Anuar Nasarah revealed the initiative today, highlighting crucial gaps in current laws and the challenges they pose to prosecuting cross-border cybercrimes.

Since 30 September 2025, many Malaysians have utilised the BUDI95 programme. However, this also created a new problem: Malaysians residing in Singapore are effectively locked out. With this, the Malaysian government will create a new pathway to allow citizens holding Singapore driving licences to access the BUDI95 fuel subsidy.

In conjunction with the BUDI95 announcement, Touch 'n Go eWallet recently confirmed that Malaysians can claim the subsidy on its app. As one of the official digital platforms supporting the programme, the feature will roll out in stages starting 27 September, with full public access starting 30 September 2025.

According to The Star, Malaysians will soon be able to verify their eligibility for the Budi Madani RON95 (BUDI95) petrol subsidy online, starting 25 September 2025. The move is intended to streamline access and reduce friction ahead of the subsidy’s full rollout.

Under the upcoming BUDI95 petrol subsidy scheme, Malaysians will face no restrictions on how many times they can fill up with RON95 petrol or diesel in a single day (for now). However, the government has made it clear it will be closely monitoring usage to prevent abuse and profiteering.

News of the BUDI95 program has been spreading rapidly, but many wondered how it would be used when at a petrol station. Today, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismai made a hands-on visit to a petrol station to observe MyKad verification in action ahead of the rollout of the targeted RON95 subsidy, priced at RM1.99 per litre, set to begin on 30 September.

Setel, in collaboration with the Malaysian government and Petronas, has announced full integration of the BUDI MADANI RON95 subsidy program directly into its app, making it easier for Malaysians to enjoy subsidised fuel without the hassle of presenting their MyKad at every refuel.

Yesterday, the Malaysian government announced the BUDI95 program, under which every Malaysian with an active driver's license and MyKad can claim 300 litres of RON95 monthly at RM1.99 per litre. If you need to repair and replace your MyKad, you can do so for free for a limited time.

Back in July, our Prime Minister announced a RM100 aid for every Malaysian over 18 years old through MyKAD from 31 August 2025. While there were reports of fake RM100 aid websites targeting Malaysians, the government has set up a new portal to help citizens check their eligibility for the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) program.