Federal Court says levy does not impinge on right to travel abroad, dismisses lawyer's leave to appeal
In delivering the court's decision, Justice Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan said the law on imposition of departure levy is valid.
Thu Aug 03 2023
Court to decide on lawyer's appeal against departure levy appeal on March 14
Yaacob said today that they needed more time to deliberate on the issues submitted by parties in the appeal.
Wed Jan 04 2023
Lawyer's appeal hearing over departure levy postponed as senior federal counsel unwell
Suzana Atan was taken ill and had to be admitted to hospital, Sri Ram informed.
Wed Aug 17 2022
Dewan Negara passed five bills
The Dewan Negara today passed five bills related to the departure levy, sales tax, goods vehicle levy, windfall profit levy, and service tax.
Tue Aug 16 2022
Dewan Rakyat passes departure levy, goods vehicle levy amendment bills
The Dewan Rakyat today passed the Departure Levy (Amendment) Bill 2022 to amend the Departure Levy Act 2019 (Act 813).
Wed Aug 03 2022
As departure levy on its way, will "everyone can fly" remain?
With the fixed charges of departure tax, will all of us be price-sensitive about traveling with airplanes in the future?
Mon Aug 12 2019
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024