Taxation blues


IT will never be a popular move, but the Goods and Services Tax (GST) is necessary if Malaysia hopes to have a wider tax net to generate more revenue, given the increase in public expenditure.

From healthcare spending to security, the bills have all gone up, but not revenue.

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Wong Chun Wai

Wong Chun Wai

Wong Chun Wai began his career as a journalist in Penang, and has served The Star for over 35 years in various capacities and roles. He is now group editorial and corporate affairs adviser to the group, after having served as group managing director/chief executive officer. On The Beat made its debut on Feb 23 1997 and Chun Wai has penned the column weekly without a break, except for the occasional press holiday when the paper was not published. In May 2011, a compilation of selected articles of On The Beat was published as a book and launched in conjunction with his 50th birthday. Chun Wai also comments on current issues in The Star.

   

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