BTH: Op Gasak, LPG subsidy & SMEs demand clarity [WATCH]
Launched on May 1, Ops Gasak — short for Operasi Gas Memasak — is an aggressive enforcement campaign by the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry, aimed at clamping down on illegal decanting, smuggling, and the misuse of household LPG in commercial and industrial settings.
While micro and small-scale traders have been granted temporary relief, allowing them to continue using subsidised LPG without permits until October 31, the broader enforcement push remains firmly focused on larger-scale abuse and non-compliant industrial users.
Joining Beyond the Headlines to weigh in on the implications is SME Association of Malaysia president Dr Chin Chee Seong, as the government doubles down on its pledge to ensure LPG subsidies are used appropriately and not exploited at the expense of taxpayers or honest traders.
As the situation evolves, small businesses are encouraged to stay informed about regulatory changes and participate in stakeholder engagement sessions to voice their concerns and suggestions.
More in the latest episode of Beyond the Headlines. Watch on NST Online's YouTube channel.
This episode was recorded on Jun 5
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