Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim insists on stable prices and guaranteed supply of essentials nationwide during Ramadan and ahead of Syawal celebrations.
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that the availability of essential goods and price stability must be guaranteed nationwide during Ramadan and leading up to Syawal without compromise.
He stressed this directive to protect the public from excessive living costs during a period when demand for daily necessities rises significantly, according to his Senior Press Secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah.
The Prime Minister has instructed the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living to intensify continuous monitoring under Ops Pantau 2026.
Anwar also wants food prices at Ramadan bazaars across the country to be closely supervised to ensure they remain reasonable and affordable for all.
He further emphasised that business premises must meet proper hygiene standards, supported by adequate facilities provided by local authorities.
Tunku Nashrul added that the MADANI Rahmah Sales Programme will continue throughout Ramadan to provide Malaysians access to essential goods at lower prices.
The MADANI government is committed to ensuring meaningful Ramadan and Syawal celebrations for all without the burden of excessive living costs.
