KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 -- Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has identified the highways and expressways affected by the toll-rate freeze announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim this morning.

He said 10 highways were due for toll rate increases under concession agreements signed by previous administrations.

"However, the Madani government deeply understands the cost of living pressures currently faced by the people.

"Therefore, this step to postpone toll rate increases is hoped to ease the burden on highway users," the minister said in a statement after Anwar's announcement.

The highways affected by the toll suspension are the Cheras-Kajang Highway (Grand Saga), KL-Kuala Selangor Highway (LATAR), New North Kl...