BMW denies government purchased its cars
Rafizi had questioned the alleged move to purchase these luxury cars just when the Malaysian public are faced with the Goods and Services tax, GST. - File Photo
BMW Group Malaysia today denied allegations by Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli that the Malaysian government purchased six units of BMW 7 Series cars.
BMW Group Malaysia managing director, Alan Harris said the vehicles were part of BMW Group Malaysia’s commitment as the Automotive Partner of the upcoming 26th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi from April 24-28.
“BMW Group Malaysia will be providing a fleet of BMW 7 Series and BMW 5 Series which will be utilised for the shuttling of all dignitaries, officials and VIPs for the South East Asia’s most prominent meeting later this month,” he said in a statement today.
Prior to this, Rafizi had questioned the alleged move to purchase these luxury cars just when the Malaysian public are faced with the Goods and Services tax (GST).
Following the denial by BMW Group Malaysia, Rafizi expressed his gratitude as money from GST was not used for the purchases.
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