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Govt open to studying GST-SST hybrid model for more progressive tax system: Anwar

Prime Minister says SST will remain Malaysia’s taxation framework, but selected GST elements may be considered to improve efficiency without burdening the wider public

Lessons from N9: ‘It’s the economy, stupid’ – Charles Santiago

Voters are angry, wallets are empty, and patience is running out. Negeri Sembilan’s result is a blunt warning: ignore everyday struggles, and no government — not even PH — can count on loyalty

14.2 mln Malaysians tap BUDI95, saving billions in fuel subsidy costs

Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan says Malaysia’s targeted RON95 subsidy has already benefitted over 14 million citizens, cut fiscal costs by up to RM4 billion, and sparked debate over OECD calls to phase out fuel aid

Malaysia welcomes US-Iran understanding, Anwar urges priority on ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz

Malaysia welcomes a fragile US-Iran breakthrough, but Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim warns that immediately reopening the Strait of Hormuz is vital to stop soaring food and energy costs from crippling livelihoods

Ringgit slips 2.1% amid fed rate pressure: MOF

Malaysia’s currency faces external headwinds from US monetary policy and West Asia tensions, but Finance Ministry insists domestic fundamentals remain strong with 5.4% growth and low inflation

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End of an era: Ex-Malaysia Airlines A380 faces dismantling in French scrapyard

Once a long-haul icon, the superjumbo is being dismantled for prized components as the airline modernises its fleet with fuel-efficient jets

Malaysia pulls the plug on Kuwaiti Hornet deal after years of turbulence

RMAF walks away from costly, outdated aircraft amid rising concerns over integration, support, and long-term value

Subsidised RON95: how cheap is Malaysia’s fuel compared to neighbours?

There has been a spate of viral videos showing vehicles from neighbouring countries such as Thailand and Singapore being filled with Malaysia's heavily subsidised RON95 petrol, indicating a blatant disregard for local laws.