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Is it true that GST will generate an additional revenue of RM 1.0 billion compared with the existing sales tax and service tax? |
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The main aim of the government in introducing the GST is to make
the tax system more effective, efficient, transparent and business
friendly. Basically, the imposition of the GST at the rate of 4% will
not bring about increase in revenue of RM1.0 billion. The increase in
revenue will be realized by having an effective and efficient GST
system where there is increase in tax compliance and the resurfacing of
businesses from the informal sector. Apart from this, the government
will also institute various fiscal measures to increase the national
revenue. |