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The Star
21 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Fuziah: Gas tank ops to collect data, not to penalise
JOHOR BARU: No enforcement action will be taken under Ops Gasak against micro businesses such as self-service laundromats and small eateries until the end of the operation, says the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry. This follows confusion and concern among traders who rely on subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in their operations. Deputy Minister Fuziah Salleh (pic) said the presence of enforcement officers at premises was solely to collect data and feedback, which will later be presented to the Cabinet as part of a review of the Supply Control Regulations (Amendment) 2021. 'I want to stress that no action will be taken against small food stalls, roadside traders or self-service laundromats until Ops Gasak concludes on Oct 31. 'When our enforcement team is on the ground, they are mainly there to gather data. Even stakeholder engagement sessions are part of our process to understand LPG usage and its implications for end users. 'The engagement session is valuable because it gives traders a chance to ask questions and raise concerns about licensing,' Fuziah said at a press conference after attending a meeting with Johor LPG industry stakeholders held at a hotel here yesterday. She said the reason Ops Gasak was enforced since May 1 was because subsidised LPG was being misused by some ineligible commercial sectors, particularly hotels. 'I personally visited hotel laundry areas where subsidised gas was used to wash towels and bedsheets. This is an example of leakage. 'We guarantee that enforcement will not be taken if subsidised LPG is used by micro traders until Oct 31. Once we complete the data collection, it will be tabled as recommendations for policy consideration,' Fuziah said. She added that the Cabinet had agreed to revisit the amendments to the Supply Control Regulations, but no final decision has been made. 'So again, I want to emphasise – no action will be taken against stalls, roadside traders or laundromats until Ops Gasak ends, and a clearer direction is determined,' she said. However, Fuziah reminded business owners that those storing more than three cylinders of subsidised LPG must still apply for a permit for safety reasons. Ops Gasak was launched on May 1 to tackle the misuse and diversion of subsidised LPG cylinders, especially involving medium- and large-scale industry players.
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
No enforcement actions for micro businesses under Ops Gasak, assures Dr Fuziah
JOHOR BARU: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry has assured that no enforcement action will be taken under Ops Gasak against micro businesses, such as self-service laundromats and small eateries. Deputy Minister Dr Fuziah Salleh stated that the clarification was made in response to the confusion and concern expressed by small traders who depend on subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for their operations. She said the presence of the ministry's enforcement officers on the premises was solely to collect data and feedback, which would later be presented to the Cabinet as part of a review of the Supply Control Regulations (Amendment) 2021. 'I want to stress that no action will be taken against small food stalls, roadside eateries or self-service laundromats until Ops Gasak concludes on Oct 31. 'When our enforcement team is on the ground, they are mainly there to gather data. Even stakeholder engagement sessions are part of our process to understand LPG usage and its implications for end users,' she added. She said this in a press conference after attending a meeting with Johor LPG industry stakeholders held at a hotel here on Thursday (June 19). Fuziah said the ministry has been carrying out Ops Gasak since May 1 because subsidised LPG has been misused by certain ineligible commercial sectors, particularly hotels. 'I personally visited hotel laundry areas where subsidised gas was used to wash towels and bedsheets. This is an example of leakage. 'We can guarantee that enforcement action will not be taken if micro traders use subsidised LPG until Oct 31. Once we complete data collection, it will be tabled as recommendations for policy consideration,' she said. She added that the Cabinet has agreed to revisit the amendments to the Supply Control Regulations, but no final decision has been made. Fuziah also reminded business owners that those storing more than three cylinders of subsidised LPG must apply for a permit for safety reasons. 'Previously, under the amended Act, permit holders were required to use non-subsidised gas. That is why a review is necessary,' she added. She said the ministry was now reviewing the system to ensure traders still apply for permits, but would not be forced to switch to unsubsidised gas. 'The engagement is valuable because it gave traders a chance to ask questions and raise concerns about licensing. These permits are vital to ensure safety and to prevent leakage of subsidised LPG in the commercial sector,' she said. Ops Gasak was launched on May 1 to tackle the misuse and diversion of subsidised LPG cylinders, particularly involving medium- and large-scale industry players. The operation also targets illegal decanting activities where subsidised LPG was transferred into commercial or non-subsidised cylinders for resale or smuggling purposes. Ops Gasak would run until Oct 31 under the Supply Control Regulations (Amendment) 2021, which came into force on Oct 15, 2021.
Borneo Post
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
No cut to household LPG subsidy, says Miri MP
MIRI (May 31): Miri MP Chiew Choon Man has moved to clarify growing public confusion over allegations that the federal government has abolished or reduced subsidies for household liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders. In a statement, he dismissed claims circulating on social media as 'inaccurate and misleading', stressing that the LPG subsidy for domestic use remains fully intact. 'There has been no removal or reduction of the LPG subsidy. What the government is doing is tackling leakage and abuse in the system, particularly involving illegal commercial use and black-market activities,' he said. His remarks came in response to public concerns following the enforcement of Operasi Gas Memasak (Ops Gasak) by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), which began on May 1. Chiew cited KPDN Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali, who recently clarified that Ops Gasak is not a new policy but is instead based on the Supply Control Regulations (Amendment) 2021, in force since Oct 15, 2021. 'The operation targets the misuse of subsidised LPG in non-household sectors, especially illegal activities such as 'decanting', where gas is transferred from subsidised cylinders into non-subsidised ones for resale. 'The subsidy is intended for household kitchens, not for commercial or industrial profit,' he emphasised. Chiew also reassured the public that individuals using three or fewer 14kg cylinders (totalling up to 42kg) at any given time are not required to apply for a controlled goods permit under current regulations. He urged the public to rely on verified and official sources of information, and not to be swayed by viral content or unfounded speculation. 'I fully support the government's efforts to prevent subsidy leakage. Any abuse of the system ultimately harms those who truly need and deserve the assistance.'
The Star
29-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
No abolition of LPG subsidies, current enforcement under existing laws, says Armizan
KUALA LUMPUR: Subsidies for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) subsidies are not being abolished and any enforcement measures are focused on non-domestic use, says Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali. The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister said current enforcement measures are instead aimed at curbing leakages involving controlled goods and preventing manipulation in business activities. "There is no abolishment or subsidy removal for LPG under the current administration. "It can continue being enjoyed by consumers as it is a household subsidy and not a commercial sector subsidy," he said on social media on Thursday (May 29). Armizan said enforcement measures under Ops Gasak are not new but part of enforcement under the Supply Control Regulations (Amendment) 2021, which came into force on Oct 15, 2021. He said enforcement is focused on preventing the use of subsidised LPG cylinders in commercial and industrial sectors as well as crackdowns on illegal decanting activities. Decanting involves the transfer of gas from subsidised LPG cylinders into unsubsidised ones. Armizan added those using fewer than three 14kg LPG cylinders (amounting to 42kg) need not be concerned with the regulations. "Food businesses storing or using no more than three subsidised LPG cylinders at one time are also not required to have a permit," he said.
New Straits Times
29-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
KPDN: No reduction in LPG subsidy, focus remains on preventing leakages
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) said that there is no issue of subsidy removal or reduction for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), contrary to public concern. Instead, the ministry said current enforcement efforts are aimed at curbing leakages involving controlled goods and preventing manipulation in business activities. Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said the LPG subsidy would continue to benefit the target group, the public, as it is a household kitchen subsidy and not intended for the commercial sector. He said that the ongoing Operasi Gas Memasak (Ops Gasak), which began on May 1, is not a new policy introduced by the Madani government but is part of enforcement under the Supply Control Regulations (Amendment) 2021, which came into force on Oct 15, 2021, under the previous administration. "Any party using fewer than three 14kg LPG cylinders, amounting to less than 42kg at any given time, need not worry, as they are not subject to the requirement of obtaining a scheduled controlled goods permit. "Even food business premises storing or using no more than three subsidised LPG cylinders at a time are not required to have the permit," he said in a statement today. Armizan said the Ops Gasak enforcement operation is focused on two main objectives, preventing the use of subsidised LPG cylinders in the commercial and industrial sectors, and cracking down on illegal decanting activities. "Decanting refers to the transfer of gas from subsidised LPG cylinders into non-subsidised ones, which are then sold at various prices, between subsidised and market commercial prices. "These 'subsidy pirates' make substantial profits by undercutting the commercial market, which fuels domestic sales and cross-border smuggling," he said. Responding to claims that the government had introduced a new policy, Armizan clarified that enforcement officers have been conducting routine inspections under Ops Gasak. He said KPDN officers will issue a Premises Inspection Statement to those found storing or using more than three LPG cylinders, exceeding the 42kg limit, in line with regulations enforced since 2021. "Officers also conduct checks at various business premises to ensure compliance with laws under KPDN's jurisdiction, including price display, accurate measurement practices, hoarding activities, and the need for scheduled goods permits. "For LPG, the regulations stipulate that storing or using more than 42kg, or over three 14kg cylinders, at any one time requires a permit," he said. Armizan also acknowledged that there had been some confusion over the documents issued by enforcement officers to food outlets. He clarified that it was a standard Premises Inspection Statement and not a compound notice, adding that no items were confiscated. "This document is routinely issued during inspections. "I stress that Ops Gasak is mainly targeted at illegal decanting and the use of subsidised LPG by the industrial sector. For food vendors, current enforcement is more focused on advocacy and legal awareness under the 2021 regulations," he added.
