Govt mulling feasibility of re-implementing GST, other consumption tax models
The government is studying the feasibility of the re-implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) or other consumption tax models.
Thu Dec 10 2020
Govt open to various options to boost revenue
Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz says widening the Sales and Services Tax (SST) is one of the many options available to expand the governments revenue base.
Thu Oct 08 2020
Public urged to be wary of SST payment scam using LHDN name
It said it is easy for the public to spot the scam as all SST matters are handled not by LHDN but by another agency.
Sat Jul 11 2020
Price of goods expected to be stable, says Ahmad Maslan
he prices of goods are expected to be stable, says Deputy Finance Minister, Datuk Ahmad Maslan.
Mon Jun 29 2015
Govt will not compromise with traders abusing GST - Hasan
The government will not compromise with those traders deceiving consumers by raising the price of goods by adding the Sales and Services Tax (SST) even after imposing GST.
Sun May 31 2015
Traders take advantage of GST to sabotage economy, says Ahmad Maslan
Traders who took advantage of the Goods and Sales Tax (GST) to raise prices of goods are economic saboteurs, said Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Ahmad Maslan.
Sun Apr 12 2015
With GST, nation enters a new era of taxing
Malaysia will be on its way towards a fairer and more efficient tax system, joining 169 countries in the world which have implemented GST.
Tue Mar 31 2015
GST not the reason why traders closing shop - Chua
Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Chua Tee Yong brushed aside a suggestion that the GST has caused some traders to close shop.
Tue Mar 31 2015
FOMCA will monitor basic goods prices when GST is implemented
Beginning April 1, FOMCA will take it upon itself to monitor prices for basic goods when the GST is implemented.
Tue Mar 17 2015
CGT will stifle DDI, FDI - Ahmad Maslan
Malaysia currently imposed the CGT only on capital gains from the sale of real estate known as the Real Property Gains Tax.
Tue Oct 14 2014
GST would help secure Malaysia's future - Najib
Najib said Malaysia cannot sustain its growth and development based on current revenue streams alone.
Mon Sep 15 2014
Budget 2014 driving resilience in an uncertain world
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak announced the introduction of the GST and proposed the abolition of the sales and services tax to make the Malaysian economy more resilient.
Fri Oct 25 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024