![PM hopes LHDN can collect more revenue this year compared to RM197 bil projection PM hopes LHDN can collect more revenue this year compared to RM197 bil projection](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51709259808_TBDSAIjpg.jpg)
PM hopes LHDN can collect more revenue this year compared to RM197 bil projection
The Prime Minister said LHDN had succeeded in creating a new record in tax collection last year of RM183.34 billion, which was 4.49 per cent more than the total collected the year before.
Fri Mar 01 2024
![Malaysia’s tax collection among the lowest in the region Malaysia’s tax collection among the lowest in the region](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/61612171493_Putrajaya.jpg)
Malaysia’s tax collection among the lowest in the region
Prof Emeritus Dr Barjoyai Bardai said Malaysia fell behind Singapore and Thailand and is struggling to catch up.
Mon Feb 12 2024
![MoF projects RM291.5 bil govt revenue in 2023 MoF projects RM291.5 bil govt revenue in 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/71677191408_BelanjawanMalaysia.jpg)
MoF projects RM291.5 bil govt revenue in 2023
MoF said the lower non-tax collection is cushioned by an increase in tax revenue which is expected to record RM218.3 billion.
Fri Feb 24 2023
![LHDN, Customs asked to find 'creative' ways to tax black economy LHDN, Customs asked to find 'creative' ways to tax black economy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/51672232718_TBahmadmaslan.jpg)
LHDN, Customs asked to find 'creative' ways to tax black economy
The government has asked the LHDN and the JKDM to find more creative ways to increase their tax collection without imposing new taxes on the people.
Wed Dec 28 2022
![Deloitte's comments on Budget 2023 Deloitte's comments on Budget 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/41665150666_SimKwangGekTaxL.jpg)
Deloitte's comments on Budget 2023
Tax collection continues to be the largest contributor to the governments revenue representing 75.4 pct of total revenue, Sim said.
Sat Oct 08 2022
![Audit: Unsatisfactory management of tax collection, 15,293 expatriates do not have tax files Audit: Unsatisfactory management of tax collection, 15,293 expatriates do not have tax files](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-05/71620219236_TBLHDN.jpg)
Audit: Unsatisfactory management of tax collection, 15,293 expatriates do not have tax files
The recruitment of expatriates has contributed to the country's revenue but several weaknesses need to be given attention including the unsatisfactory tax collection management involving them.
Tue Mar 22 2022
![Higher windfall profit tax collection of over RM1 bln helps govt to replenish coffer - Zuraida Higher windfall profit tax collection of over RM1 bln helps govt to replenish coffer - Zuraida](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/51647160643_MenteriPerusahaanP.jpg)
Higher windfall profit tax collection of over RM1 bln helps govt to replenish coffer - Zuraida
The government is expected to collect more than RM1 billion in WPL in 2022 based on the projected average CPO price of RM4,250 per tonne and production of 19 million tonnes.
Fri Mar 18 2022
![Govt estimates at least RM3 bln from Prosperous Tax collection - Deputy Finance Minister II Govt estimates at least RM3 bln from Prosperous Tax collection - Deputy Finance Minister II](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81635848099_TimbalanMenteriKew.jpg)
Govt estimates at least RM3 bln from Prosperous Tax collection - Deputy Finance Minister II
The government expects to collect at least RM3 billion through the implementation of the Prosperous Tax announced in Budget 2022, said Deputy Finance Minister II, Yamani Hafez Musa.
Tue Nov 02 2021
![Regulate shadow economy, improve administration to boost tax collection - MIA Regulate shadow economy, improve administration to boost tax collection - MIA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-08/71503063856_MIA.jpg)
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
![IRB: govt's target RM143.9 bln direct tax collection for 2021 is reasonable IRB: govt's target RM143.9 bln direct tax collection for 2021 is reasonable](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/71606136333_SabinSamitah.jpg)
IRB: govt's target RM143.9 bln direct tax collection for 2021 is reasonable
The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) believes the government's target of RM143.9 billion direct tax collection next year is reasonable.
Mon Nov 23 2020
![Govt revenue to fall 14 pct in 2020 as tax collection slips Govt revenue to fall 14 pct in 2020 as tax collection slips](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-04/71555929257_DUIT.jpg)
Govt revenue to fall 14 pct in 2020 as tax collection slips
The Federal Government revenue is projected to decrease by 14 per cent to RM227.3 billion in 2020 from RM264.4 billion last year as a result of lower tax collection.
Fri Nov 06 2020
![IRB revises downwards 2020 tax collection target IRB revises downwards 2020 tax collection target](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/41591963851_TBLHDN.jpg)
IRB revises downwards 2020 tax collection target
IRB is revising downwards its tax collection target for 2020 from the RM154 billion projected in January, which was prior to the MCO implementation.
Tue Sep 29 2020
![IRB collects over RM56 billion in taxes as of early July IRB collects over RM56 billion in taxes as of early July](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/41499775346_TanSriDrMohdIrwan.jpg)
IRB collects over RM56 billion in taxes as of early July
The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) has collected more than RM56 billion in taxes up to early July, exceeding the RM55 billion collected in the corresponding period last year.
Tue Jul 11 2017
![Sarawak accepts implementation of tourism tax Sarawak accepts implementation of tourism tax](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-06/51497250582_AbdKarimRahmanHam.jpg)
Sarawak accepts implementation of tourism tax
He said the decision was made after the matter was discussed in the state cabinet meeting here yesterday.
Thu Jun 22 2017
![IRB collected 35 per cent of targeted taxes as of May 31 IRB collected 35 per cent of targeted taxes as of May 31](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-04/51492014264_SabinSamitah.jpg)
IRB collected 35 per cent of targeted taxes as of May 31
The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) has collected about 35 per cent in the targeted RM127.7 billion tax collection for this year as of May 31, said its chief executive officer Datuk Sabin Samitah.
Thu Jun 15 2017
![Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739756921_trakpolis.jpg)
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18 Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61739755397_tbSheikhNaimQassem.jpg)
Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18
Naim Qassem says any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil after February 18 would be considered an occupying force.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739755125_JDAM.jpg)
Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump
Trump says he lifted a Biden-era block on the export of the bombs to Israel despite a ceasefire agreement being in place.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738709801_TrumpNetanyahu.jpg)
Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan
Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024 Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738804705_tbRINGGITMALAYSIA.jpg)
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025