CYBERJAYA, 18 April 2026 – The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has opened an investigation against an individual accused of spreading fake news regarding the supply of diesel fuel to the Philippines.
According to MCMC’s media statement today, authorities have confirmed that the diesel involved belongs to the trading company Vitol and is not owned by Petronas or the Malaysian Government.
The individual was called in to provide a statement on Friday. MCMC also seized the communication device used to upload the content to assist in further investigation.
The probe is being conducted under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588), which provides for a fine of up to RM500,000 or imprisonment for a maximum of two (2) years, or both, upon conviction.
MCMC takes seriously any abuse of social media and digital platforms to disseminate unauthentic information that could mislead the public. Strict enforcement action will be taken against any party that violates the law and jeopardises public order.
The full MCMC statement is available on the official website at www.mcmc.gov.my.
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