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The Star
6 days ago
- Business
- The Star
No more approvals for special number plates, says Transport Ministry
KUALA LUMPUR: The Transport Ministry will no longer grant approvals for the issuance and sale of special registration number plates intended to benefit any company, individual, or non-governmental organisation (NGO). Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah said the decision was made based on a Cabinet directive from 2022. 'The current policy criteria of the ministry, which is to cease (issuing or authorising) the sale of special plates to NGOs or companies, remains as decided by the Cabinet on Aug 17, 2022. 'This includes business purposes intended to generate profit for any party involved,' he said during Question Time in the Dewan Rakyat on Monday (Aug 4). Rushdan Rusmi (PN-Padang Besar) had sought clarification on the guidelines and criteria used by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) in approving special plate series. On the revenue generated from the sale of special registration numbers, Hasbi said a total of RM110,069,150 has been collected since the initiative was introduced in 2023. 'Revenue from these numbers is now collected via the JPJeBid platform, and the proceeds are channelled into the Federal Consolidated Fund under the Federal Government. 'A portion of the revenue is then allocated to people-centric programmes,' he said. To a supplementary question from Datuk Mohd Isam Mohd Isa (BN-Tampin) on issues surrounding JPJeBid, Hasbi acknowledged that the ministry had resolved many of the technical glitches in the bidding system. However, he admitted that minor technical shortcomings persisted. 'To be fair... there were many problems during the early stages, such as login difficulties and bidders being cut off at the last minute. 'But those problems have mostly been resolved. While some issues remain, they are no longer as widespread as they once were,' he said.
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
RM110mil collected from special plate sales since 2023, says deputy minister
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of RM110,069,150 has been collected from the sale of special vehicle registration plate series since the initiative was introduced in 2023, the Dewan Rakyat was told today. Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah said part of the revenue has been allocated to people-centric programmes. "A portion of these funds supports initiatives such as the free driving licence, free helmet exchange programme, FlySiswa, free contribution under the self-employment social security scheme and road safety promotion enhancement programmes," he said. He was responding to Rushdan Rusmi (PN–Padang Besar), who had asked about the revenue generated from special plate sales over the past years. In reply to the original question on the guidelines used by the Road Transport Department in approving special registration series, including those issued by government agencies, NGOs, or private companies, Hasbi said the Transport Ministry's policy of halting such approvals remains in force. He said the Cabinet had decided on Aug 17, 2022, to stop issuing or approving special number plates for NGOs, corporate entities or commercial profit. "Instead, the ministry's special vehicle registration numbers are now available via the Road Transport Department eBid system, with all revenue channelled into the Federal Consolidated Fund under the Federal Government," he said. On the VIP series registration plates offered earlier this year to mark the Silver Jubilee of the Raja of Perlis and Visit Perlis Year 2024, Hasbi said the move was made following a Cabinet decision on March 26. He said such special plate series are only considered in conjunction with important national events, provided the prefix on the number plate reflects the event. "Following a cabinet meeting on March 26, the cabinet agreed for the Transport Ministry to issue the VIP series of special registration numbers in conjunction with the Silver Jubilee celebration of the Raja of Perlis. "The ministry is following the Cabinet's directive," he said.
Borneo Post
31-07-2025
- Borneo Post
Limbang MP urges vigilance, safety near rivers after recent fatal croc attack
Hasbi (seated front row, fourth left) and residents of Rh Jampong commemorate the event with a group photo. LIMBANG (July 31): Rural riverine communities are urged to always prioritise safety and cleanliness when engaging in river-related activities, said Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah. His reminder comes in light of a recent fatal crocodile attack in the area. 'Rivers are the lifeblood of our communities. They serve not only as sources of livelihood and transportation, but also as a cultural heritage that must be preserved for future generations,' he said when officiating the River Safety and Cleanliness Awareness programme organised by the Sarawak Rivers Board at Rumah Jampong, Kampung Melaban, Limbang recently. Hasbi, who is also Limbang MP, stressed the importance of maintaining vigilance and safety near riverbanks, especially among children. He said the Sarawak Rivers Board continues to enhance its safety protocols and monitoring efforts to ensure boat operators and river users comply with established safety regulations. The programme aimed to strengthen public awareness on river conservation while encouraging rural folk to act as responsible ecosystem guardians of the ecosystem, in line with the state's sustainable development agenda. Around 250 participants took part in the event, which included a river cleaning activity at Sungai Mendalam, river safety talks, a colouring competition, and cultural performances by the local community. Hasbi also took part in a symbolic tree-planting ceremony and presented safety jackets to ferry boat operators as part of efforts to foster a stronger culture of river safety along Sarawak's rivers. crocodile attack Hasbi Habibollah river safety
The Star
24-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Ministry to decide if e-hailing fares should be regulated
KUALA LUMPUR: A study to determine if e-hailing fares should be regulated will be completed within the next five months, says Datuk Hasbi Habibollah. The Deputy Transport Minister said there is currently no provisions under the current licensing regime to set any minimum fare or floor price for e-hailing drivers. 'However, the government, through the e-hailing services guidelines 2018, fixed the ceiling for commission to be charged on taxis, car rental and luxury taxis drivers at 10%. 'Whereas for private car owners providing e-hailing, the commission is not more than 20% of the fare,' he said when wrapping up his ministerial replies when debating the Suhakam 2023 Report in Dewan Rakyat yesterday. He said that there is no minimum fare or floor price because the industry is based on a open market gig economy model. Nevertheless, Hasbi said the ministry is ready to look at supervising e-hailing fares if it is feasible. 'This will be based on the findings and recommendations of the Land Public Transport Strategic Plan for the Klang Valley, which is expected to be completed this December,' he said. Last December, a group of 1,200 e-hailing drivers submitted a memorandum to the government seeking a minimum fare to be imposed to boost their income. They said that existing fare structure failed to adequately compensate drivers, resulting in their services becoming unsustainable. At one point, it was said that up to 10 e-hailing drivers quit daily due to the price war between service providers, which results in lower income for the drivers.
The Star
24-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Govt studying if e-hailing fares need regulation, says Transport Ministry
KUALA LUMPUR: A study to determine if e-hailing fares should be regulated will be completed in five months, says Datuk Hasbi Habibollah. "This will be based on the findings and recommendations of the Land Public Transport Strategic Plan for the Klang Valley which is expected to be completed this December," said the Deputy Transport Minister. He said there are currently no provisions under current delivery license guidelines for a minimum fare or floor price mechanism for e-hailing drivers. "However, the government, through the E-hailing Services Guidelines 2018, fixed the ceiling for commission to be charged on taxis, car rental and luxury taxis drivers at 10%. "For private car owners providing e-hailing, the commission is not more than 20% of the fare," he said when wrapping up his ministerial replies when debating the Suhakam 2023 Report in Dewan Rakyat on Thursday (July 24). He said that there is no fixed minimum fare for e-hailing because the industry is based on an open market gig economy model. In December 2024, a group of 1,200 e-hailing drivers submitted a memorandum to the government seeking a minimum ride fare to be imposed. They said the existing fare structure failed to adequately compensate drivers. It was previously reported that up to 10 e-hailing drivers quit daily due to the price war between service providers.
