Minister urges diesel subsidy scheme briefings for S’wak industry players, State-tailored implementation

2 hours ago 5

ADVERTISE HERE

By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, July 3: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) and the Ministry of Finance (MOF) have been urged to hold engagement sessions and special briefings with transport industry players, logistics companies, transport operators, and other stakeholders in Sarawak to provide a more comprehensive explanation of the implementation of the Subsidised Diesel Control System (SKDS), which took effect nationwide on July 1.

In a statement, Sarawak Minister of Transport (MOTS) Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin said the proposal was made following enquiries and concerns from transport operators, logistics companies, the business community, and members of the public who still require clarification on how the new policy will be implemented.

He further elaborated that many parties remain unclear about the eligibility requirements, application process, mechanism for purchasing subsidised diesel, and the implications of the policy on their daily operations.

Meanwhile, the statement also said that Lee received a briefing on the implementation of the SKDS from KPDN and MOF officials at his office in Bangunan Baitulmakmur here today.

During the briefing, officials explained the objectives of the SKDS, its implementation mechanism, eligibility criteria, application procedures, operating procedures, methods of purchasing subsidised diesel, and enforcement aspects of the system.

Lee said that as the minister overseeing and responsible for Sarawak’s transport sector, it was vital for him to understand the implementation of the policy and raise the issues highlighted by industry players and the public.

“Continuous communication between the implementing agencies and industry players is essential to ensure the smooth implementation of this policy. At the same time, it will help reduce confusion and prevent unnecessary disruptions to business operations,” he said.

Lee also expressed hope that the implementation of the SKDS would take into account the operational needs of Sarawak’s transport and logistics sectors, which face geographical challenges and logistics networks that differ from those in Peninsular Malaysia.

Additionally, he called on transport operators, companies, and members of the public with questions about the implementation of the SKDS to seek clarification through the government’s official channels.

To do this, they can visit their nearest KPDN office, submit enquiries via email at [email protected], or contact the SKDS hotline for the Land Goods Transport Sector at 082-537700 or 082-537713 during office hours.

“I encourage everyone to obtain information through official channels to avoid misunderstandings or the spread of inaccurate information. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to seek clarification from the relevant authorities,” he said.

Also present were Sarawak Federal Finance Officer Leonard Wilfred Yussin; Sarawak KPDN director Matthew Dominic Barin; Head of the Land Transport and Logistics Division Chong Chi Fam; and Head of the River and Maritime Transport Division Constantine Gerald David Jonas from MOTS. — DayakDaily

Read Entire Article