Import duty of nicotine gum should be lowered, exemption considered
The 15 pct import duty imposed on nicotine gum products should be lowered or total exemption provided as the products help smokers to quit smoking, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said.
Fri Apr 22 2022
Budget 2022: EV gets boost from exemption of various taxes
The government has decided to give full exemption of import duty, excise duty, as well as sales tax for electric vehicles (EVs) as it seeks to support the local EV industry.
Fri Oct 29 2021
Alcohol import duty worth RM50.46 million not collected by Customs - Audit Report
The National Audit Department today disclosed that alcohol import duty totalling RM50.46 million have not been collected by the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD).
Mon Aug 24 2020
FMM urges import duty, sales tax exemption for face masks
The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers is urging the government to grant exemptions on import duty and sales tax on all inputs in the manufacturing of face mask.
Tue Jul 28 2020
Changes in India's import duty affects Malaysia palm oil market
India remains a huge market for Malaysian palm oil exports, but recent changes in its import duty is proving to be a challenge.
Thu Sep 14 2017
MMEA thwarts attempt to smuggle in cigarette worth RM700,000
The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has thwarted an attempt to smuggle in 100,000 cartons of cigarettes worth over RM700,000 including import duty in the waters of Umbai, Jasin.
Tue Apr 25 2017
Cheaper imported cars in the horizon?
The prices of all imported cars from Japan and Australia will be decreased in stages as import duty of cars from those countries is being removed entirely by 2016.
Thu Feb 28 2013
Poh Kong has no plans to expand abroad
Poh Kong Holdings Bhd has no plans expand its business overseas as import duty on gold will make it difficult to compete with other players.
Fri Jan 18 2013
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