PN Demands Halt to SST Expansion, Electricity Price Hikes, and Targeted Subsidies

PN Urges Cancellation of SST Expansion, Electricity Tariff Hikes, and Targeted Subsidies in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – The Parti Nasional (PN) is calling for the immediate cancellation of the planned expansion of the Sales and Services Tax (SST), the recent increase in electricity tariffs, and the current system of targeted subsidies. The party argues that these measures will disproportionately affect the lower and middle classes, while failing to address underlying economic issues. A recent video by social media commentator [Author's Name] highlights concerns about the effectiveness of targeted subsidies, citing instances where funds were returned to the public in other forms. "The government's approach to subsidies is flawed," [Author's Name] states in the video. "We've seen time and again how these targeted programs fail to reach those who need them most." The video also raises concerns about the potential job losses that could result from the planned changes. The PN's call for the cancellation of these measures is likely to spark further debate on economic policy in Malaysia.