The day's essential Malaysian news, briefed.
The Dewan Rakyat is addressing recurring internet access problems and the fiscal impact of Middle Eastern instability on Malaysia's fuel subsidy bill, with two communications bills set for second reading.
Sabah's DAP state chairman has questioned whether a proposed 200-litre monthly subsidised diesel allocation adequately addresses the needs of local households, calling for a comprehensive review of the scheme's design.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced that subsidised diesel prices will drop to RM2.10 per litre from July 2026, adopting a targeted subsidy model similar to the BUDI95 petrol programme.