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News Wrap-up: What wasn't about National Day

Aug 31, 2018

Guan Eng: SST will ease the rakyat's burden

Finance Minister, Lim Guan Eng says the reintroduction of the Sales and Service Tax is meant to ease the people’s burden.

He adds although it would mean less revenue for the government, it's more important that the people’s welfare is taken care of.

Speaking at a media briefing on SST, Guan Eng said many people wouldn't like his statement as the decision would put pressure on the government’s fiscal position.

The SST comes into effect tomorrow, following the repeal of the GST Act earlier this month.

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Muhyiddin is not resigning!

A viral message claiming Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin will be resigning as Pagoh MP is fake!

The Home Minister's press secretary confirms the message is a hoax, and has reminded Malaysians that stern action can be taken against those who spread fake news.

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Anwar hints at Parliament comeback

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim could be making his return to Parliament as early as October.

The incoming PKR president did not give any details about his planned comeback, but says he's still evaluating suitable seats.

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Singapore knows of no plans for third link to Malaysia

Image source: FMT

Singapore says they have yet to receive any official proposal from Malaysia, on a third bridge linking both countries from the eastern side of Johor.

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Osman Sapian says a proposal would first be sent to the federal government, before any decision is made.

The plan is to link Pengerang, Johor and Pulau Ubin in Singapore, via a three-kilometre bridge and an undersea tunnel.

The island nation is currently linked to Johor via the very busy Woodlands Causeway, and the Second Link Bridge at Tuas.