Non-subsidized fuel rises, Bahlil: Not regulated by the government

MAGELANG - The increase in the price of non-subsidized fuel types such as Pertamax Turbo, which is now widely highlighted, was conveyed by the government, he said in Magelang, Saturday, April 18, as reported by ANTARA, the government emphasized that the price regulation was only applied to subsidized fuel, while fuel for industrial needs and the wealthy Adjusting the market price. Pertamax Turbo from Rp13.100 per liter to Rp19.400 per liter, Dexlite from Rp14.200 per liter to Rp23.600 per liter. He conveyed this after being a resource person at the Regional Leadership Strengthening Course at Akmil in Magelang.

He said, according to the 2022 Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Regulation, high octane fuels such as RON 98 or Pertamax Turbo are not included in the subsidy category.

According to him, this type of fuel is generally used by consumers from the middle class, so that the movement of its price follows the dynamics of the global market. In addition to Pertamax Turbo, solar fuel with a cetane number (CN) 51 is also categorized as non-subsidized fuel intended for the industrial sector and users with higher economic ability. He said, regarding the potential for oil and gas exploration, the process still follows the applicable mechanism. Exploration activities are initiated through the work area tender process (oil and gas block).

After the company wins the tender, it can proceed to the exploration stage to find out the potential of available resources. The government ensures that all of these processes are carried out transparently and in accordance with regulations to maintain the sustainability of the national energy sector.