CYBERJAYA, April 17, 2026 – Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed that Malaysia will not sell oil or diesel to foreign countries indiscriminately, stressing that the needs of the Malaysian people (rakyat) come first.
In a statement made today after Friday prayers, the Prime Minister addressed ongoing discussions about potential fuel supplies to Australia and similar past claims involving other nations.
“Malaysia tidak jual minyak kepada negara lain sesuka hati, utamakan keperluan rakyat,” Anwar said.
(Malaysia does not sell oil to other countries as it pleases; we prioritise the needs of the people.)
The remark, captured in a video circulating on social media, comes amid the global energy crisis and follows recent bilateral talks with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Anwar clarified that Malaysia would only consider supplying surplus diesel to Australia — or any other country — if domestic requirements are fully met first. At present, no such surplus exists, and local fuel security remains the government’s top priority.
He also touched on broader trade considerations, noting that discussions with Australia involve mutual needs, such as Malaysia’s requirement for phosphate and urea in exchange for diesel. However, he stressed that no firm commitment has been made on fuel exports due to current domestic priorities.
The statement echoes earlier assurances by the government regarding diesel supply controversies, including recent claims involving the Philippines. Petronas and relevant authorities have consistently maintained that Malaysia’s subsidized fuel and energy supplies are sufficient to meet local demand despite global uncertainties.
This position aligns with the Malaysia MADANI agenda, which places the welfare of citizens at the centre of policy decisions, especially in critical sectors like energy.
The video of the Prime Minister’s remarks has been shared widely, with hashtags including #KrisisTenagaGlobal, #Diesel, #MalaysiaMADANI, #AnwarIbrahim, and #KeadilanUntukSemua.
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