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Malaysia's PM Launches Work-From-Home Directive Amid Energy Crisis

4/1/2026

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Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia's Prime Minister, announced a work-from-home directive for the public sector and government-linked companies starting April 15 to mitigate the global energy crisis.
He said the measure is part of the People’s Support Initiative to safeguard energy security and shield citizens from rising prices.
He also noted RM4 billion in oil-price management and that energy sources are being diversified, with Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2026 to be observed modestly.

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Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia's Prime Minister, announced a work-from-home directive for the public sector and government-linked companies starting April 15 to mitigate the global energy crisis.
He said the measure is part of the People’s Support Initiative to safeguard energy security and shield citizens from rising prices.
He also noted RM4 billion in oil-price management and that energy sources are being diversified, with Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2026 to be observed modestly.