KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 -- The government has urged the public to adopt a more prudent and moderate lifestyle in facing global economic uncertainties, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

He said this includes moderation in planning travel, managing spending, and using electricity more efficiently at home and in the office.

He said this after chairing the Third Meeting of the Special Committee on Energy Security and the Impact of the West Asia Conflict yesterday, which discussed the findings of the National Economic Action Council (MTEN) meeting.

"The conflict in West Asia continues to escalate and shows no signs of resolution in the near term, thereby placing significant pressure and implications on energy, supply cha...