'SST far superior to GST’


Choong Kwai Fatt recommended that the government refine the existing Sales and Services Tax (SST) model to accommodate local economic demand of circumstances. “The GST should never be brought back as it adds to the burden of the B40 group."

PETALING JAYA: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime will only work well in a developed country where the disparity of income is not wide and the nation shares a single culture and common education system, according to a taxation expert.

Choong Kwai Fatt recommended that the government refine the existing Sales and Services Tax (SST) model to accommodate local economic demand of circumstances.

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