Kuala lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to investigate Pagoh Member of Parliament Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s denial regarding allegations that he defended the rights of foreigners in the issue of RON95 subsidy targeting. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) stated today that Anwar has also ordered appropriate action to be taken in this matter.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Prime Minister’s Office has acknowledged Muhyiddin’s denial statement concerning the allegation of defending the rights of foreigners in the issue of RON95 subsidy targeting. As a government that upholds transparency and accountability, Anwar has tasked MCMC with investigating the matter and taking suitable action.

Yesterday, Anwar was reported in the Dewan Rakyat to have received a report indicating that an opposition Member of Parliament had advocated for the rights of foreigners to benefit from subsidy rationalisation. Following this, Muhyiddin, who is also a former Prime Minister, denied in a social media post that he had ever made any statement supporting the rights of foreigners in the context of RON95 subsidy targeting. He asserted that Perikatan Nasional (PN) has consistently prioritised the interests of the people in subsidy implementation.

Meanwhile, in a separate statement, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) confirmed its awareness of the issue and its commitment to taking immediate and appropriate action based on existing legal provisions. The MCMC has also reminded the public to refrain from using social media platforms to disseminate any unverified content.