Fiscal Deficit Calculated Under International Standards -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The government’s fiscal deficit calculation should not be questioned as it is reported in line with international standards recognised by global credit rating agencies and multilateral bodies, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said.

Govt Completes RM22.45 Bln Tax Refund In 2025, Highest In Five Years -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The government has completed excess tax refunds totalling RM22.45 billion in 2025, the highest in five years, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Govt Expects Fiscal Deficit To Shrink To 3.5 Pct In 2026 -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The government expects the country's fiscal deficit to continue to shrink to 3.5 per cent in 2026, close to achieving the medium-term target of 3.0 per cent under the Public Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) 2023, reflecting increasingly strong fiscal discipline.

Govt Urged To Refine e-Invoice Threshold For Small Traders

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- The government has been urged to refine and revise the threshold for the implementation of e-invoice currently set at between RM1 million and RM5 million, to avoid imposing excessive burdens on micro and small traders.

Malaysia Needs Transformative Strategies To Boost Bumiputera Enterprises' GDP Contribution, Says MP

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs transformative strategies to boost Bumiputera enterprises’ contribution to the nation’s economic growth, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.

Malaysia To See Continued Growth In 2026 On FFDI Inflows, Robust Domestic Economy -- Amir Hamzah

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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is expected to continue growing in 2026, driven by foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows as well as a robust domestic economy, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

King Praises National Economic Achievements, Malaysia's Success As ASEAN Chair

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia congratulated the government on Malaysia's success as the ASEAN chair last year and the country's success in recording positive economic growth last year.

Perak Records RM6.25 Bln Investments Involving 203 Projects As Of June – MB

KUALA KANGSAR, Nov 9 (Bernama) -- The state of Perak recorded investments worth RM6.25 billion involving 203 projects as of June this year, potentially generating over 5,000 job opportunities, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad.

Dewan Rakyat And Dewan Negara Approve Two Economy-related Bills

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The First Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament, which concluded yesterday, saw the passing of two economy-related Bills within the 12-day session.​

Oil Palm Plantation Firms Urged To Draw Up Replanting Plan To Sustain Productivity

KUALA LUMPUR, 12 Mac (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) is urging oil palm plantation owners and companies to plan for replanting in order to sustain productivity with mature trees that provide optimal fresh fruit bunches (FFB) yields.

Malaysia Continues To Monitor Global Trade Situation, Implications On Economy - Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- The government continues to monitor the global trade situation in the face of aggressive trade policy changes by the United States (US) and assess its implications on the development of the country's economy, said Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong.

13MP Document In Final Stages, To Be Tabled In Parliament In July 2025 – Hanifah

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Economy is finalising the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) document, which is expected to be tabled in Parliament next July, said Deputy Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib.