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The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Clearing the air on purpose of ongoing Ops Gasak
THE Cooking Gas Operation (Ops Gasak) is currently underway from May 1 to Oct 31, 2025. Its main focus is to curb illegal activities such as decanting, smuggling, and misuse of cooking gas by medium- and large-scale industries. The legal authority underpinning Ops Gasak is the Supply Control Act 1961, the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011, and the Supply Control (Amendment) Regulations 2021, known as PPKB (Amendment) 2021. This operation does not introduce any new policy or regulation, let alone involve any cutting or removal of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) subsidies, as alleged by certain parties.
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Ops Gasak's main focus is to curb decanting, smuggling and misuse
The Cooking Gas Operation (OPS GASAK) is currently underway from 1 May to 31 October 2025. Its main focus is to curb illegal activities such as decanting, smuggling, and misuse by medium- and large-scale industries. The legal authority underpinning OPS GASAK is the Supply Control Act 1961, the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011, and the Supply Control (Amendment) Regulations 2021, known as PPKB (Amendment) 2021. This operation does not introduce any new policy or regulation, let alone involve any cutting or removal of LPG subsidies, as alleged by certain parties.
New Straits Times
5 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Gas cylinder rule introduced when you were in government, Armizan tells Wee
KUALA LUMPUR: Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Ali has hit back at Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong over his criticism of the ministry's rule concerning the use of gas cylinders at eateries. Armizan reminded the MCA president to verify his facts, pointing out that the rule requiring eateries to obtain a permit for using more than three 14kg liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders at any one time was introduced by previous administrations, during which Wee was a member of the Cabinet. Referring to the enforcement of Op Gasak, Armizan said the unity government had neither reduced subsidies nor introduced new policies. He stressed that the current administration was merely enforcing regulations and policies approved by previous governments. "The legal authority for Op Gasak is derived from the Supply Control Act 1961, the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011, and "Under the Supply Control (Amendment) Regulations 2021, any party using more than 42kg of LPG is required to apply for a Scheduled Controlled Goods Permit. "This regulation was made and enforced on Oct 15, 2021, during the previous administration, in which, to my recollection, Wee was a member of the Cabinet (at the time)," said Armizan in a statement on his Facebook. Op Gasak, which runs from May 1 to Oct 31, is an enforcement campaign aimed at preventing leakages of LPG subsidies. "Perhaps because the 2021 regulation fell under another ministry, he (Wee) may have overlooked it, and his team may not have advised him accurately before he made a public statement. "As such, with due respect, I suggest that Wee review the regulations that were enacted during his tenure as a minister in the government. "However, it is irresponsible to make public statements that mislead the people." Armizan also said the ministry has not taken action, including issuing compounds or carrying out seizures, against food vendors who have yet to obtain the required permits during the Op Gasak campaign period. "At this stage, our focus is on advocacy, verification and raising awareness of compliance obligations within the existing legal framework." He said the ministry is open to feedback and proposals for improvement and has received suggestions from various parties, including leaders from DAP.
Borneo Post
23-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Wong's claims on LPG subsidy, politically motivated - Armizan
Armizan (right) speaking at the press conference to announce the maximum price lists for the Kaamatan and Gawai festivities. KOTA KINABALU (May 23): The recent statement by Tanjung Aru assemblyman Datuk Junz Wong regarding liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) regulations is politically motivated and misleading, said Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister, Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali. 'It is politically motivated as he directed accusations at the State Government and GRS, linking the matter to the state election. In reality, the issue raised falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal Government,' Armizan clarified. Speaking to reporters today, Armizan criticised Wong, a Warisan representative within the Federal Government, for allegedly attempting to tarnish the government's image. 'The claims are misleading. This is not a new policy or regulation under the Madani Government, nor is it a subsidy cut, as alleged. The matter refers to the Supply Control (Amendment) Regulations 2021, which have been in effect since 15 October 2021, under the previous administration,' he explained. He further clarified that the 'notice' mentioned by Junz was not a compound offence but a standard Premise Inspection Statement issued by KPDN officers during routine inspections. 'These inspections check for compliance with laws under KPDN's purview, including price tagging, weighing and measuring instruments, and Controlled Goods Permit requirements,' he said. Addressing Wong's claim on LPG usage, Armizan explained that businesses storing over 42 kilograms of LPG at any one time — more than three 14 kg cylinders — must apply for a Controlled Goods Permit, as stipulated in the 2021 regulation. 'I doubt that many small eateries, let alone stalls like Ramly burger vendors mentioned by Junz Wong, store or use more than 42 kg of LPG at once. This requirement is likely to affect only larger business operations,' said Armizan. He also challenged Wong's claim that costs would be unfairly passed on to the public, reminding that LPG subsidies are funded by taxpayers. 'It is not reasonable for all business costs — especially for large-scale operations — to be borne by public funds. If Junz Wong has specific examples of businesses affected, he should bring them to my attention for verification,' Armizan said. He added that the government spent RM3.4 billion on LPG subsidies in 2024 alone, emphasizing that it is a consumption subsidy, not a business support measure. Wong had earlier raised concerns about a directive disqualifying food business operators from LPG subsidies starting May 21, alleging that those using over 42 kg monthly would be required to switch to unsubsidised cylinders costing RM76 each — up from the subsidised RM26.60 per 14 kg cylinder. He warned this could lead to higher food prices for consumers.
