GEORGE TOWN, Sept 22 — The use of MyKad to get the RON95 subsidised rate for petrol is the best option instead of creating another system or another card, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
He said the MyKad was already being used for the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) programme so it is an effective existing system.
“There is no need for a new system or a new card. In fact, using MyKad will instil a sense of pride among Malaysians for their blue identity card,” he said in a press conference at Pulau Betong today.
He said the MyKad is now the key for Malaysians to use for STR and now, for Budi95.
“Now, Malaysians will learn to appreciate their MyKad and take good care of it because it has its benefits and uses,” he added.
He said the government will also ensure security systems are in place to protect the data in the system.
He said the Budi95 programme only benefits Malaysians above 16 years old with licenses.
However, those who are driving foreign registered vehicles will not be eligible.
“Even if they used MyKad but their vehicles are registered in Singapore or Thailand, they still cannot use RON95, they are only allowed to use RON97,” he said.
As for the 300 litre limit per person, he said they have conducted studies on this to ensure even those travelling for work such as those living in Seremban travelling to Putrajaya for work will still be using below that limit.
“We have studied and find that those who travel for work, such as from Seremban to Kuala Lumpur, they only use up to about 170 litres a month, so the 300 litres limit is sufficient,” he said.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim Anwar announced the targeted subsidy for RON95 petrol for all Malaysians with a valid MyKad with an active chip and a valid Malaysian driving licence.
