Malaysia may keep existing coal plants running longer if needed for energy security

Existing coal-fired plants in Malaysia could run longer if necessary to ensure energy security, Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof told Bloomberg. His remarks described a conditional option, not a decision to extend a specific plant, alongside Malaysia’s commitment not to approve new coal facilities. The Straits Times, carrying Bloomberg reporting, cites rising electricity demand partly tied to data centers and says the last coal plant is currently set to retire in 2044.