budget 2023
LETTER | Welfare economics and its challenges
It’s tough lowering budget deficit while expanding welfare benefits.
Pravin Periasamy
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2 years ago
Dewan Negara approves Budget 2023
The budget was approved via voice vote, without amendments.
Bernama
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2 years ago
PM announces additional initiatives in Budget 2023
UPDATED 2.26PM | PARLIAMENT | They include Aidilfitri assistance, SSPN tax relief and SJKP housing credit.
Bernama
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2 years ago
Anwar’s Budget 2023 passes with voice vote in Dewan Rakyat
The budget is the first by Anwar's administration.
Isabelle Leong, Hariz Hazwan, Yasmin Ramlan
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2 years ago
Don't misuse Quran just to belittle govt, Anwar tells PN MP
PARLIAMENT | UPDATED 10.55PM | New budget is more inclusive than previous ones, he says.
Isabelle Leong
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2 years ago
Budget 2023 passes policy stage with voice vote
PARLIAMENT | Dewan Rakyat will now scrutinise the budget during the committee stage.
2 years ago
EPF: Inconsistent contributions among factors for members' low savings
As of December 2022, there are 2.64 million inactive members.
Bernama
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2 years ago
Anwar's 100 days: Analysts laud tax move, addressing inequality
However, they caution expectation of populace is high.
Martin Vengadesan
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2 years ago
COMMENT | Budget 2023: Continue investing in nature for sustainability
Nature-based solutions can help communities build resilience against climate change impact.
WWF-Malaysia
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2 years ago
Syerleena: RM25m not enough to rebuild devastated arts industry
PARLIAMENT | 'Arts and culture sector largely contributes to country’s economy.'
Puteri Aisya Sufian, Yasmin Ramlan
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2 years ago
Kill switch can prevent victims of scams from suffering hefty losses - police
Other countries, including Singapore, are using such a system.
Bernama
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2 years ago
Govt still has room to control expenditure - Rafizi
The economy minister says this can be done if projects implemented well.
Bernama
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2 years ago
COMMENT | New Budget 2023 an astute document
It emphasises continuity, reassures markets, and introduced small positive changes.
Ong Kian Ming
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2 years ago
COMMENT | Anwar’s bland, benign budget tiptoes around key issues
Budget 2023 lacks ideas on transforming Malaysia’s economy and society at large.
P Gunasegaram
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2 years ago
Wan Saiful asks if 'out-of-touch' budget inspired by Communist Manifesto
PARLIAMENT | 'Is Anwar trying to instigate class warfare?'
Yasmin Ramlan
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2 years ago
PM defends RM10m allocation for distribution of Quran translation
Anwar calls the amount 'appropriate', will benefit people in understanding Islam.
Bernama
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2 years ago
Salary increment for civil servants could lead to large budget deficit - PM Anwar
A high budget deficit 'can dampen investors' confidence' in the country.
Bernama
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2 years ago
Opposition questions strategies to achieve Budget 2023 targets
PARLIAMENT | Absolutely no explanation on how the goals can be met - Hamzah
Alyaa Alhadjri, Hariz Mohd, Yasmin Ramlan
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2 years ago
LETTER | Refinancing: An alternative to EPF withdrawal
Government may consider offering refinancing options with low interest and legal fees.
V Thomas
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2 years ago
LETTER | Healthcare budget should lead to culture of efficiency
We want quality healthcare and efficient service.
Ronald Benjamin
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2 years ago
LETTER | Revised Budget 2023 fails to address low wages
We must shift from minimum wage concept to living wage.
K Veeriah
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2 years ago
Sim: New tax rate only for taxable income above RM230,000 per year
Only those earning about RM19,166 per month will be affected, Sim clarifies.
2 years ago
Debt level expected to reach 61.4pct of GDP this year for expansionary budget
Statutory debt will likely remain under the 65pct threshold - Kenanga Research
Bernama
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2 years ago
Experts: Govt continues to prioritise welfare of armed forces personnel
'It's proven by allocations, initiatives presented in Budget 2023.'
Bernama
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2 years ago
More allocation helps sustainability development - minister
Budget helps protect natural treasures, better disaster management, Nik Nazmi says.
Bernama
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2 years ago
Budget 2023: Internet coverage main focus of Communication Ministry - Teo
Ministry to use RM725m allocation to expedite upgrading work, digital connectivity projects.
Bernama
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2 years ago
Budget 2023 addresses poverty in education - minister
Govt tackling malnutrition, lack of digital devices, dilapidated schools, says Fadhlina.
Bernama
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2 years ago
Luxury tax good move but won't replace GST - CAP
‘More significant action needed to address rising cost of living.’
Tan Hong Kai, Putri Aisya Sufian
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2 years ago
Group disappointed with govt’s no EPF withdrawal decision
PM should be more understanding of people's suffering, says GHRF.
2 years ago
Deloitte M'sia: Higher tax on the rich may increase revenue by 4pct in 2023
Decision to offer 100pct penalty waiver for voluntary income disclosures laudable.
Bernama
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2 years ago
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