KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 -- The Federal Government’s fiscal deficit is expected to be reduced to 5.4 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2021 from six per cent of GDP anticipated in 2020, according to the Finance Ministry (MoF).

GEORGE TOWN, Nov 4 -- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are hoping that tax exemptions and extension of previous financial stimulus packages introduced by the federal government can be introduced in Budget 2021.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 -- In a bid to put COVID-19 infection under control, it is hoped that Budget 2021 will provide the largest allocation for the prevention and treatment of the disease, which is anticipated to persist over the next few years.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 -- As the country continues to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic that has badly affected Malaysians’ lives, the government has been urged to provide more allocations in Budget 2021 to help the people.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 -- More than 6,600 proposals have been received through the Budget 2021 consultation sessions involving political parties as well as the Budget 2021 website, said Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 -- Oracle Corp Malaysia Sdn Bhd, an information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, believes Budget 2021 will focus on investment in infrastructure connectivity via the National Digital Network (JENDELA) programme.

By Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 -- Deloitte Malaysia expects some bold measures such as easing of tax payments and more attractive incentives to support businesses in their digital transformation efforts to be taken by the government in Budget 2021, in reviving the economy amidst COVID-19 pandemic.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 -- The government has to provide more incentives under the Locals@Work programme to attract more locals especially the youths to take up employment in the 3D sector which is difficult, dirty and dangerous.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 -- Communications and Multimedia Minister Gobind Singh Deo today welcomed the country’s budget for next year, which focuses on building more digital infrastructure and stimulating the digital economy.