Right target, but less taxing 


THE goods and services tax (GST) is often advocated as the optimum solution to Malaysia’s federal government deficit and overall debt woes by experts.

Ong Kian Ming, a former deputy international trade and industry minister, has waded into the debate earlier this week, suggesting a phased reintroduction of the GST.

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