PUTRAJAYA, May 22 — The government has assured that electricity tariff hike safeguards will remain to ensure about 85 per cent of Malaysians are shielded, despite rising global energy costs expected to pressure several economic sectors.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also energy transition and water transformation minister, said domestic consumers using up to 600kwh of electricity per month would not be affected, although minor adjustments may apply to those exceeding the threshold.
“Our electricity cost structure guarantees that 85 per cent of the people will not be affected, and the government will maintain that protection,” he told reporters after his ministry’s monthly assembly here today.
Fadillah said any increase would not involve a blanket electricity tariff hike, but would stem from global supply disruptions that have driven up logistics and supply chain costs.
He said consumers using more than 600kWh per month might face slight adjustments.
“There may be increases involving certain industries or sectors, but we are still evaluating the overall impact,” he said.
Earlier, in his speech at the assembly, Fadillah said Malaysia is feeling the effects of the global supply chain crisis, but stressed that the government is committed to addressing the challenges through a pragmatic approach prioritising public welfare.
He said the government’s main focus is to ensure a stable supply of essential needs, protect the public from excessive cost of living pressures, and strengthen the country’s long-term economic resilience.
“Various measures, including targeted assistance, price controls, stronger energy security and strategic cooperation between the government, industry and the people, are being and will continue to be implemented.
“What is important is that we face this crisis with a spirit of togetherness,” he said.
He also reminded ministry staff to uphold integrity, discipline and professionalism to preserve public trust.
“The people’s trust in the ministry depends on how we work, make decisions and uphold the image of the public service,” Fadillah added.
