THE recommendation by the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (Accim) Socio-Economic Research Centre for the government to temporarily pause the planned expansion of the sales and services tax (SST) from July 1, 2026, warrants support.
A three-month delay, with reviews every three months, is a practical and necessary step, given today’s uncertain economic conditions.
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