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Malaysia Won't Revert to GST Principle, PM Anwar Says; Open to SST Reforms

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has firmly rejected returning to the Goods and Services Tax's core structure, citing concern for the poorest citizens. The government remains open to refining the current Sales and Service Tax system.

By Aisyah Razak · 20 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Japan Cuts Food Tax to 1% for Two Years as Inflation Squeeze Deepens

Japan will temporarily reduce sales tax on food to just one percent from April 2025 for two years, marking the first cut since the levy was introduced in 1989. The move aims to relieve cost-of-living pressures amid persistent inflation.

By Aisyah Razak · 2 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Won't Revert to GST Principle, PM Anwar Says; Open to SST Reforms

Japan Cuts Food Tax to 1% for Two Years as Inflation Squeeze Deepens

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