Faizal: Government should consult ex-PMs before expanding SST
He argued their experience could help find better ways to boost national revenue without burdening the people.
Ahmad Faizal criticised the government for taking 'shortcuts' by imposing taxes, cutting fuel subsidies, and raising electricity tariffs without exploring wiser alternatives, saying public disappointment with SST is widespread.
'Surely there are various ways we can increase the country's revenue to provide better services to the people without burdening them again.
'If the government wants to take the SST approach, I would like to suggest that the 10th Prime Minister meet with these three great former prime ministers who have served the country extensively.
'Ask them what is the best way forward. I am confident they are willing to share their ideas and views,' he told reporters after officiating the Tambun Bersatu Division Annual Conference at the Casuarina Convention Centre on Saturday.
The former Perak Menteri Besar said that nearly all traders and customers he spoke to during his market visits expressed disappointment with the SST. —July 6, 2025
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