Belanjawan 2025: Progressive taxation and measures for a sustainable Madani economy
Belanjawan 2025 is expected to introduce a multi-year tax framework and new fiscal measures to achieve a 3% deficit target. This interview explores key topics including the high-value goods tax, sugar-sweetened beverage tax, potential new taxes like carbon pricing, and adjustments to personal and corporate income taxes.
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