Not the right time to bring back GST - Deputy Finance Minister
The government is not disputing the goods and services tax (GST), but rather the timing to implement it, says Deputy Finance Minister Steven Sim.
Mon Sep 25 2023
PM Anwar: No plans to reinstate GST, introduce any broad-based consumption tax
Anwar said other measures will be taken to reduce expenditures and settle the government's liabilities and debt worth RM1.5 trillion.
Tue Feb 14 2023
No discussion on implementation of GST since Unity Govt set up - Ahmad Maslan
There has not been any discussion or meeting held regarding the re-implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) since the Unity Government was established.
Wed Jan 11 2023
Reintroduce GST in Budget 2023 as lifeline for country's debt dilemma - FMM
The FMM has called on the government to reintroduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in the upcoming Budget 2023.
Thu Jan 05 2023
No need for govt to reintroduce GST at this point - Mohd Shahar
The government has not reached a stage where it would need to reintroduce the goods and services tax (GST), said Deputy Finance Minister I Datuk Indera Mohd Shahar Abdullah.
Wed Sep 07 2022
No decision yet on reintroduction of GST - PM Ismail Sabri
The government is still studying whether to reintroduce the goods and services tax (GST) and has not made a decision yet, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Sun Jun 05 2022
GST: Abdul Hadi hopes govt will make appropriate consideration
The government should study all aspects and make an appropriate consideration if it wants to bring back the goods and services tax (GST), said PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang.
Fri Jun 03 2022
Govt to introduce a more balanced, fair tax system if economy improves - Mohd Shahar
Any tax measures to be implemented in the future would definitely take into account the involvement of stakeholders.
Thu Oct 14 2021
Thrust of 12MP focus of discussion on third week of Dewan Rakyat sitting
MPs from both the government and opposition blocs concurring that the 12MP should focus on improving the quality of life of the people.
Fri Oct 01 2021
Najib urges govt to reinstate GST, review 12th Malaysia Plan
Datuk Seri Najib Razak has urged the government to reinstate the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as soon as the country recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Sep 28 2021
Consider OECD suggestion for Malaysia to bring back GST - Mustapa
OECD has recommended that Malaysia bring back the Goods and Services Tax as part of its medium-term fiscal strategy.
Thu Aug 12 2021
Govt may need to impose 'windfall tax' on companies recording extraordinary profits - Dr Mahathir
The tax will enable the government to increase its financial resources as well as help the people who are affected.
Wed Jul 14 2021
Regulate shadow economy, improve administration to boost tax collection - MIA
Veerinderjeet said the shadow economy or informal economy could be equivalent to about a third of Malaysia's GDP.
Tue Apr 20 2021
Malaysia's institutions, policies remain credible and effective despite political uncertainty - Moody's
Foreign investors have also not been deterred in any big way by the political changes in Malaysia.
Wed Apr 07 2021
Tengku Zafrul: Not right time to introduce new taxes to increase revenue
The government will focus more on revitalising the economy and taking care of the people.
Thu Mar 18 2021
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024