- Anwar has reopened the GST debate by saying the government may study some GST features for the current SST system, but not fully reintroduce GST.
- Malaysia needs a more effective revenue-raising tax system, but any reform must avoid worsening cost-of-living pressures.
- The main issue is fairness and public trust, not just whether the system is GST or SST; both have strengths and weaknesses.
- If GST elements are added, the government must clearly explain which ones, why they are needed, and how low-income households will be protected.
- Because an election is approaching, any tax reform will be judged politically, especially given memories of GST’s 2018 backlash.
Source: sinardaily.my
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