Kuala lumpur: The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is set to fully utilise the Central Database Hub (PADU) data for the implementation of targeted RON95 subsidies. This initiative is part of the ongoing efforts to refine subsidy mechanisms, as announced by Finance Minister II, Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Amir Hamzah, who also holds responsibilities as the Economy Minister, highlighted that PADU has accumulated 30.4 million individual profiles. These profiles encompass a wide range of information including demographics, locality, socioeconomic status, employment, income, education, vehicle ownership, poverty status, and the types of assistance individuals receive. The PADU data will serve as a pivotal reference point in identifying eligible subsidy recipients, marking the first detailed use of this extensive database.
The Finance Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to leveraging up-to-date data to enhance service delivery. The focus is on validating and verifying applicant information to accurately identify eligible recipients and minimize errors. These insights were shared during a question-and-answer session in the Dewan Rakyat, in response to a query from Aminolhuda Hassan (PH-Sri Gading) about the Economy Ministry’s plans for PADU, the data volume collected as of June 2025, and the government’s preparedness to conduct periodic audits via an independent body to ensure transparency and proper governance.
Amir Hamzah also pointed out that the government could use the data to identify suitable intervention programs for target groups. He noted that 204 agencies have been actively integrating data into the PADU system, facilitating data-driven decision-making. A PADU data-sharing guideline, developed and distributed to all government agencies on February 25, aims to promote this approach. Briefing sessions with ministries, agencies, state governments, and local authorities were conducted from February to June this year to support this initiative.
Furthermore, Amir Hamzah mentioned that nine applications from various agencies have been approved for the use of PADU data to enhance policy implementation and drive digital service innovation.