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The World Bank says, fiscal policy should be focused on maintaining financial support for the poor and vulnerable and establishing a more inclusive social protection framework with better targeting. Photo: Sinar Harian
The World Bank says, fiscal policy should be focused on maintaining financial support for the poor and vulnerable and establishing a more inclusive social protection framework with better targeting. Photo: Sinar Harian
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GST better than SST, says World Bank
KOTA KINABALU - The goods and services tax (GST) is better than the sales and services tax (SST)...
Tan Sri Zakri Abdul Hamid was named as one of the 66 foundation fellows of the International Science Council (ISC). Photo: BERNAMA
Tan Sri Zakri Abdul Hamid was named as one of the 66 foundation fellows of the International Science Council (ISC). Photo: BERNAMA
National
Zakri inducted as Foundation Fellow of International Science Council
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MIGHT) joint chairman Tan...
Government officials confirmed no tax will be introduced until the economy has recovered. Photo: Sinar Harian
Government officials confirmed no tax will be introduced until the economy has recovered. Photo: Sinar Harian
National
Experts: GST is great but fix problems before reintroduction
KUALA LUMPUR - With the twin shocks of increased spending and economic downturn, no thanks to the...
Economist Dr Nungsari Ahmad Radhi says corruption is more like diabetes, not like a heart attack. Diabetes takes a long time before it 'explodes.' - Photo: EPA
Economist Dr Nungsari Ahmad Radhi says corruption is more like diabetes, not like a heart attack. Diabetes takes a long time before it 'explodes.' - Photo: EPA
Sri Lanka went bankrupt not because of 'a day or two' of corruption
SHAH ALAM - Sri Lanka's economic and administration system did not fail because of a day or two...
Concept of environmental care for our planet.
Concept of environmental care for our planet.
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Position food security as top national security agenda
Immediate-term measures by the government to overcome chicken supply and price issues are not...
Should the government reintroduce GST, experts call for the government to get the implementation right to ensure it is not burdening the people and businesses, use the right mechanism as well as consider the tax rate. Photo source: 123rf
Should the government reintroduce GST, experts call for the government to get the implementation right to ensure it is not burdening the people and businesses, use the right mechanism as well as consider the tax rate. Photo source: 123rf
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GST reintroduction? Get it right this time, experts say
SHAH ALAM - With reports buzzing around about reintroducing the Goods and Services Tax (GST),...
Dr Anthony Dass said there are two types of inflation, one came from the demand side and the other from the supply. Illustration photo - 123rf
Dr Anthony Dass said there are two types of inflation, one came from the demand side and the other from the supply. Illustration photo - 123rf
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Govt needs to relook at business challenges to tackle inflation, says an economist
KUALA LUMPUR - The government needs to relook at the challenges faced by businesses in their...
Professor Jomo Kwame Sundaram said there are more important issues pressing us rather than our bilateral relationship with Singapore after the government's overnight decision to impose an export ban on chicken for this country.
Professor Jomo Kwame Sundaram said there are more important issues pressing us rather than our bilateral relationship with Singapore after the government's overnight decision to impose an export ban on chicken for this country.
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Prioritise food quality over bilateral relations – Jomo
SHAH ALAM - There are more important issues pressing us rather than our bilateral relationship with...
Datuk Seri Jacob George
Datuk Seri Jacob George
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Farmers need to be protected, not killed, says CASSA President
SHAH ALAM - Politicians and influential groups should be protecting the farmers and the agricultural...
Former Executive Director of the Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER), Professor Emeritus, Datuk Dr Zakariah Abdul Rashid said fluctuations in currency is a common matter in other countries
Former Executive Director of the Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER), Professor Emeritus, Datuk Dr Zakariah Abdul Rashid said fluctuations in currency is a common matter in other countries
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A serious matter if ringgit drops below RM4.48, says economist
SHAH ALAM - The depreciation of ringgit to RM4.40 against the US dollar is a clear indicator that...
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Photo: Penang Fire and Rescue Department
Photo: Penang Fire and Rescue Department
Five hectares of forest at Penang Botanical Gardens ablaze
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech at the national-level World Cancer Day 2026 celebration today. - Photo by Bernama
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech at the national-level World Cancer Day 2026 celebration today. - Photo by Bernama
Screening of high-risk travellers a proactive measure to prevent Nipah - Dzulkefly
Photo: Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department
Photo: Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department
Three children drown in sewage pond near Sibu Jaya Flats
A total of 12 Selangor FC supporters were charged at two Magistrate's Courts today on charges of possessing and testing positive for drugs, on Monday. - Photo by Bernama
A total of 12 Selangor FC supporters were charged at two Magistrate's Courts today on charges of possessing and testing positive for drugs, on Monday. - Photo by Bernama
12 Selangor FC supporters charged with drug possession, tested positive for drugs
Malik, now 39, was sent to jail at the age of 14 in 2001 and never imagined he would walk out of prison 25 years later with a "Dr” title to his name. Photo: Selangor Royal Office
Malik, now 39, was sent to jail at the age of 14 in 2001 and never imagined he would walk out of prison 25 years later with a "Dr” title to his name. Photo: Selangor Royal Office
Malik, the only pardoned prisoner the Sultan met in person
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Restaurant allegedly washed leftover food before reselling
A nasi kandar restaurant in the district has been alleged to have washed leftover food that had already been served to customers before reusing it the following day.
A nasi kandar restaurant in the district has been alleged to have washed leftover food that had already been served to customers before reusing it the following day.
Girl injured in alleged attack, attempted abduction while walking to Rawang night market
Neighbours who noticed the commotion rushed to the scene and managed to stop the attack.
Neighbours who noticed the commotion rushed to the scene and managed to stop the attack.
SK Labu Besar student reports bullying case to Home Minister, Kedah police chief
A bullying case involving a student at SK Labu Besar in Kulim, Kedah has drawn the attention of senior authorities after the victim’s family raised the matter directly with the Home Minister and the Kedah police chief. - Photo: Screenshot from @misiupdate / Tiktok
A bullying case involving a student at SK Labu Besar in Kulim, Kedah has drawn the attention of senior authorities after the victim’s family raised the matter directly with the Home Minister and the Kedah police chief. - Photo: Screenshot from @misiupdate / Tiktok
Zahid seeks to be freed of all 47 charges linked to Yayasan Akalbudi
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has filed an application to be acquitted and discharged of 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, corruption and money laundering linked to Yayasan Akalbudi funds. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has filed an application to be acquitted and discharged of 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, corruption and money laundering linked to Yayasan Akalbudi funds. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Ex-defence intelligence DG charged with accepting US$20,000 bribe, flight tickets
Former military intelligence chief Lieutenant-General Datuk Mohd Razali Alias pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on Thursday to three charges of receiving bribes amounting to ASD20,000 and two international flight tickets in 2024 and last year. - Sinar/Rosli Talib
Former military intelligence chief Lieutenant-General Datuk Mohd Razali Alias pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on Thursday to three charges of receiving bribes amounting to ASD20,000 and two international flight tickets in 2024 and last year. - Sinar/Rosli Talib
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