The Malaysian tax landscape in 2026
THERE were no major new broad-based taxes introduced in Budget 2026, with the focus instead being on implementing and strengthening existing compliance policy and reforms.
Newly introduced SST ‘tax on tax’ needs urgent review
A letter from TAN SRI YONG POH KON, Kuala Lumpur
OMG! German influencers face tax dodging crackdown
They could soon be unboxing fines rather than freebies – Germany's online influencers are facing a tax evasion crackdown that has left them screaming OMG!
The new audit reality: Elevating corporate tax governance through e-invoicing
THE Inland Revenue Board's (IRB) progressive rollout of e-invoicing, together with the introduction of Tax Corporate Governance Framework (TCGF), is fundamentally reshaping Malaysia's tax compliance landscape.
Simplifying tax filing for gig workers
THE International Labour Organisation broadly defines gig workers as "self-employed or independent contractors, managing their own clients, projects and income without a fixed salary or long-term employment contract".
Raise tobacco taxes now, fund a healthier Malaysia
A letter from the Social and Economic Research Initiative (Seri)
Taxpayers urged to prepare early for e-invoicing - Amir Hamzah
GEORGE TOWN: Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan has urged taxpayers not to delay or wait until the last minute to implement e-invoicing, but to make early preparations to ensure a smooth transition.
Multinationals need unified tax tech strategy
OVER the last decade, Malaysia's tax system has transformed from a largely paper-based, annual exercise into a more digitalised system with regular real-time reporting.
Mall operators ask for easing of SST
PETALING JAYA: Ahead of Budget 2026, Malaysian retailers and shopping mall operators are urging the government to cut the 8% sales and service tax (SST) on rentals and leasing by half.
Businesses want clarity on taxable services
PETALING JAYA: The expanded sales and service tax (SST) has not only raised costs, but also left many businesses fuzzy about the type of taxable services.
