The government has expanded the Budi Madani Diesel programme to include company-owned private pickup trucks and jeeps. This move is expected to benefit small business operators and rural users across Sarawak who rely on diesel vehicles for daily work.

Finance Minister II Senator Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said the Cabinet approved the expansion as part of several enhancements to ensure a smoother transition to the targeted diesel subsidy mechanism.

Key Details

• Company-owned pickup trucks and jeeps can now access subsidised diesel
• Owners can apply for an additional 100 litres per month via the Budi Madani portal
• Full subsidised rate at RM2.10 per litre through MyKad verification
• Early access at RM2.15 per litre begins today (June 27) for eligible private users in Peninsular Malaysia

The full nationwide implementation of Budi Diesel is scheduled for July 1, 2026.

Location: Nationwide (affects Sarawak directly)
Details: Company-owned pickups and jeeps now eligible for diesel subsidy; additional 100L/month allocation available; RM2.10/L subsidised rate

Source: DayakDaily

What do you think? Will this help small businesses and rural communities in Sarawak?