BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Overseas-registered autos that fail to satisfy new gas necessities will likely be denied entry into Brunei from April 1, as the federal government strikes to preserve the nation’s petroleum provide.
The stricter measures come as the worldwide economic system faces its most extreme oil shock in a long time. A blockade of the Strait of Hormuz—a consequence of the battle between the US, Israel, and Iran—has triggered acute power shortages worldwide, with Brent crude costs reaching historic ranges.
New guidelines for overseas autos
On Monday, the Division of Power (DoE) introduced controls on the sale of gasoline, diesel, V-Energy gasoline and V-Energy diesel, as a part of efforts to guard subsidised gas for home use.
Below the brand new laws, all foreign-registered autos crossing into Brunei should enter with tanks a minimum of three-quarters full. Automobiles failing to conform will likely be denied entry, though official authorities autos are exempted.
Overseas motorists will solely be allowed to buy unsubsidised Shell V-Energy gasoline or Shell V-Energy diesel from designated stations at present market costs. Station operators are required to step up verification processes, together with checks on car registration plates.
Brunei-registered autos are exempt from the three-quarter tank rule on their first entry of the day, however should comply in the event that they re-enter a second time inside 24 hours.
The DoE mentioned the measures are “obligatory” and a part of efforts to “guarantee subsidised gas is used prudently whereas safeguarding nationwide power safety.”
Authorities are additionally investigating unverified social media experiences concerning gas smuggling at native stations. Officers warned that anybody caught circumventing these guidelines or tampering with car registration plates will face rapid authorized motion.
