KUALA TERENGGANU, Oct 8 – The Terengganu Fishermen’s Association (Penentu) is hopeful that the government will consider granting diesel and petrol subsidies to Zone C2 (Deep Sea Fishing) fishermen, who significantly contribute to the state’s fish catch.
Penentu chairman Mat Yassim Mohamed said that currently the group was currently paying RM3.15 to RM3.20 per litre for diesel and expressed hope that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim would announce good news during the Budget 2025 presentation on Oct 18.
“This (C2) group is the biggest contributor to the state’s fish catch, accounting for about 50 per cent, while the remaining catch comes from Zones A, B, and C fishermen.
“If the government can provide subsidies to them so they only have to pay RM2.50 per litre, that would be enough,” he said.
Zone C2 boat operators are not eligible for subsidised diesel because they are categorised as commercial fishing boats, forcing them to buy diesel at market prices.
