Carrot and stick measures working in Pasir Gudang

Asman Shah (second right) during the Pasir Gudang City Council Assessment Tax 2024 lucky draw event.

PAYMENT of assessment tax arrears in Pasir Gudang has increased by 40% following ongoing action by Pasir Gudang City Council (MBPG).

Pasir Gudang mayor Datuk Asman Shah Abd Rahman said the measures, which started in September last year, was introduced after the city council recorded more than RM42mil in assessment arrears.