KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) — The government is considering introducing a basic insurance scheme to help reduce the impact of rising medical costs, which has become a growing concern among the public, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) — The ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are having a short-term impact on Malaysia, particularly in terms of economic stability, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- The launch of a strategic initiative worth RM211 million by Small Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd (SME Bank) is set to support the sustainable and inclusive growth of the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) segment.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The government has approved new venture capital (VC) tax incentives to include a five per cent concessionary tax rate for up to 10 years for eligible fund entities investing at least 20 per cent in local startups, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said discussions between Malaysia and the United States (US) on the imposition of US unilateral tariffs went smoothly.
PETALING JAYA, June 18 (Bernama) -- The Sales and Service Tax (SST) collection is expected to increase by RM5 billion in 2025 and by RM10 billion in 2026 following the review and expansion of the tax scope, which will be implemented starting July 1.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- The government will prioritise the rationalisation of RON95 petrol subsidy this year before introducing a carbon tax in 2026, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has commended the Employees Provident Fund's (EPF) efforts in exploring new approaches to enhance Malaysian retirement adequacy.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has jumped 11 spots in the World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR) 2025 to 23rd place -- its best ranking since 2020 -- reflecting the progressive momentum in the country’s economic recovery and reform agenda.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- The expansion of the Sales and Service Tax (SST) beginning July 1, 2025, is seen as a timely and strategic move that provides businesses, particularly women-led enterprises, with the clarity and space to strengthen operations and build long-term resilience.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KLSICCI) has urged the government to adopt a strategic, inclusive and phased approach in expanding the Sales and Service Tax (SST) to avoid unintended burdens on vulnerable groups and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
A Commentary By Nurul Hanis Izmir
PUTRAJAYA, June 12 (Bernama) – Effective July 1, Malaysians will see a revised and extended version of the Sales and Service Tax (SST), one that, on closer inspection, was carefully crafted to strike a delicate balance between fairness, economic resilience and sustainable long-term financial stability for the country.
