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Malaysia's Home Ministry is escalating efforts to prevent foreign nationals from abusing social visit passes to conduct business illegally in Semporna. The crackdown targets visitors who enter as tourists but operate resorts and other enterprises.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has issued a one-month deadline for government ministries to process foreign worker applications in selected sectors, including the restaurant and hospitality industry, signalling renewed efforts to tackle persistent labour shortages.
Electoral watchdog Bersih reports that 34 parliamentarians from multiple parties including PKR, PAS, DAP and Umno have signalled backing for a royal commission of inquiry into alleged corporate mafia operations.
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Malaysia's Cabinet has agreed to review the e-invoice system and mandatory EPF contributions for foreign workers, with potential postponement under consideration due to global economic uncertainties and concerns from traders and employers.
The Malaysian government is rolling out a voluntary e-invoice declaration initiative through December 2027, offering penalty-free tax adjustments for small businesses and accelerated capital allowance claims to ease compliance costs.
Five individuals have each been handed RM3,500 fines by Butterworth magistrates' court for operating slot machines at a supermarket, despite claims of valid local council licensing.
Malaysia's SAMENTA has called for financing agencies to release periodic reports detailing loan approvals and default rates to combat cronyism and political interference in MSME funding decisions.