KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 – In response to the recent increase of the sales and service tax (SST) from 6% to 8%, Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan announced the Malaysian government's commitment to enhance its communication with stakeholders to prevent future confusion.

（吉隆坡4日讯）第二财政部长拿督斯里阿米尔韩查说，2024年财政预算所宣布的政府担保计划，如微型和中小型企业（PMKS）援助，及首次购屋者获融资等，都无需考虑申请者的存款或抵押。

（吉隆坡4日讯）第二财长拿督斯里阿米尔韩查呼吁公众挺身而出，举报不合理的涨价行为。

他提醒国人，对商家近期滥用服务税（SST）调涨而涨价的行为保持警惕。

The government has allocated RM5 billion of the RM20 billion financing to be guaranteed by Syarikat Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan Bhd (SJPP) specifically for bumiputera companies in 2024. This move aims to prioritize the growth of Madani Economy’s new sectors, according to Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

KUALA LUMPUR: In a significant move to bolster bumiputra companies, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan unveiled a dedicated portion of the RM20bil guaranteed by Syarikat Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan Bhd (SJPP) financing. This strategic allocation aims to nurture bumiputra companies across various growth stages, enhancing their access to crucial financing and supporting Malaysia's broader economic aspirations.

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will work towards enhancing communication among stakeholders before introducing new tax measures, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.