The proposed levy system for implementing a targeted subsidy mechanism on RON95 petrol could exclude some of the poorest households from receiving assistance, says Rafizi Ramli.<br /><br />During Minister’s Question Time in Parliament on Tuesday (Nov 12), the Economy Minister explained that around 40% of low-income households do not have vehicles registered in their names with the Road Transport Department (JPJ), which could prevent them from qualifying for the subsidy under the levy system.<br /><br />Rafizi explained that the levy system is one of three proposals under consideration, though the government currently favors a two-tier pricing system, adding that the third option - direct cash payments to eligible individuals - raises concerns about potential price hikes and inflation.<br /><br />Read more at https://tinyurl.com/2p5hbxat<br /><br />WATCH MORE: https://thestartv.com/c/news<br />SUBSCRIBE: https://cutt.ly/TheStar<br />LIKE: https://fb.com/TheStarOnline
