PUTRAJAYA, Feb 6 — The government will provide toll discounts and implement the Festive Season Maximum Price Scheme (SHMMP) during Chinese New Year to lighten the public’s burden during the festive season, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.
Fahmi, who is also Madani Government spokesman, said details on the initiatives will be announced by the Works Ministry (KKR) and Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) soon.
“Full details, including vehicle classes and the discount amounts, will be informed by KKR. This is to reduce travel costs for citizens who wish to return to their hometowns.
“Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali told the Cabinet the government will implement the SHMMP for nine days, from February 13 to 21,” he said during his weekly press conference here today.
Fahmi added that 16 types of goods have been listed under the Chinese New Year SHMMP to ensure price stability.
The SHMMP is activated to protect consumers from unreasonable price hikes on essential goods, especially during festive seasons.
Malaysians will celebrate Chinese New Year on February 17.
