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Government extends electricity subsidy protection to 800 kWh until year-end

Malaysia Times desk Original: The Vibes↗ 9/17 19:43 X
Government extends electricity subsidy protection to 800 kWh until year-end
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that this subsidy enhancement applies to electricity consumption from September through to December 31, 2026.

From the original report

THE government is expanding electricity bill protection to domestic consumers with usage of up to 800 kilowatt-hours (kWh) per month, raising the limit from the previous 600 kWh.

"This measure is being taken as an immediate step to address the cost-of-living pressures currently faced by the people," he said in a statement today.

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Sep 17, 2026
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Sep 17, 2026
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