RAKYAT’S BUDGET: (Sept 10) Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi's first budget is aimed at improving the efficiency of the economy, and that includes having a better tax collection system through the introduction of a goods and services tax (GST) from 2007. The Prime Minister, who is also Finance Minister, announced relief to the poor and needy, gave a boost to agriculture, and liberalised the capital market with the entry of five foreign stockbroking and fund managers.
Already a subscriber? Log in.
Limited time offer:
Just RM5 per month.
Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
