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Malaysia will continue to play the role of facilitator in helping to resolve the border issue between Thailand and Cambodia, ...
The Opposition is holding off on tabling a motion of no confidence against Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim over his comments on the Batu Puteh issue. Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah ...
Thailand and Cambodia have extended their ceasefire agreement after deadly border clashes last month, which resulted in ...
The country's semiconductor industry is unlikely to be severely affected by the revised tariffs announced by the United ...
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul confirmed on Thursday (Aug 7) receiving a letter from Prime Minister Datuk Seri ...
Malaysia will continue to play its coordinating role in the ceasefire efforts between Thailand and Cambodia, without a need ...
The proposal aligns with the government’s commitment to public health and fiscal reform, particularly given the long-standing ...
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Govt considering raising tobacco tax

The tobacco tax, which was last increased in September 2014, currently accounts for 58.6% of retail prices in the country.
The new mechanism aims to ensure members’ savings last longer throughout retirement, in line with rising life expectancy.
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 7 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said he agrees in principle with raising tobacco taxes. He ...
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said it is too early to decide whether students should complete secondary ...