JOHOR BARU: Paper replicas of petrol pumps are gaining unusual traction this Qing Ming Festival, with traders linking the demand to fuel anxieties stemming from the US-Iran conflict. Prayer paraphernalia shop manager Chai Jeng Feng said more people are seeking the items, alongside the usual clothes and household goods. “Petrol pump replicas are pretty popular, but perhaps because of fuel shortages, there is more interest from families,” he said. Chai said the paper effigy business has remained stable, with sales largely unchanged from last year. There is also no significant increase in prices, and that has helped to keep sales stable,” he added.

Source: The Star March 27, 2026 23:24 UTC