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
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024