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Malaysia Ensures Power Supply Amid Rising Fuel Costs

4/1/2026

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  • On April 1, Malaysia's Energy Commission announced the country has sufficient supplies of natural gas and coal for power generation, despite rising costs tied to the Middle East conflict.
  • Chief executive Siti Safinah Salleh said Malaysia secures coal through existing contracts and relies primarily on domestic natural gas.
  • She added that tariff adjustments may occur due to increased fuel prices.
  • Malaysia imports all coal and expects limited supply from Thailand in 2026 due to protective measures.