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Govt should consider re-introducing inheritance tax: Dzulkefly

The government should consider re-introducing the inheritance tax, similar to Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries, said Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad (Kuala Selangor-PH), when debating the Supply Bill 2024.

Policies not meant to burden taxpayers: Anwar

Malaysia’s taxation policies must be guided by two fundamental principles, namely to tax when it is absolutely necessary and it should not be considered as a burden to taxpayers, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim

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Malaysia could miss live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a steep RM200 million broadcasting fee strains Astro and RTM, raising doubts over whether fans will be able to watch football’s biggest tournament

Education Ministry scraps teacher training system to lighten workload

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