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The Star
4 days ago
- Business
- The Star
LHDN launches Op Metro 3.0 to boost tax compliance in Klang Valley
PUTRAJAYA: The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has launched Op Metro 3.0 to strengthen the culture of tax compliance among taxpayers through a more strategic and focused approach. The operation, which runs until June 20, is being conducted simultaneously around the Klang Valley with the involvement of various departments under LHDN. This includes the Tax Compliance Sector, Investigation Sector, Revenue Collection Department, Intelligence and Profiling Department, Digital Department, and Strategic Compliance Branch. 'Op Metro 3.0 is a continuation of Op Metro 2.0 held in February. 'This time, we are mobilising 590 officers and have identified 682 cases for action,' said LHDN chief executive officer Datuk Dr Abu Tariq Jamaluddin ( pic ) in a statement yesterday, Bernama reported. He said the operation was also joined by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) to monitor corporate compliance, making it SSM's second involvement after Op Rejang was carried out in Sarawak in April. Targeted sectors for Op Metro 3.0 include construction, manufacturing, services, consultancy and wholesale trade. The operation focuses on four key activities, namely, audit, collection, taxpayer verification and strategic compliance. 'Our focus is clear: firm against those who deliberately violate the law, tolerance and guidance for unintentional errors, and appreciation for compliant taxpayers,' said Abu Tariq. He stressed that LHDN's main mission is to make tax compliance a culture rather than a burden, adding that appropriate action will be taken against defaulters. Also present at the launch of Op Metro 3.0 were SSM CEO Datuk Nor Azimah Abdul Aziz and deputy CEO (Regulation and Enforcement) Amir Ahmad, as well as senior management of both agencies. LHDN is optimistic that strategic cooperation between enforcement agencies will continue to be strengthened in ensuring that tax policies are implemented well. 'Through the integration of expertise and resources, we are confident that tax policy implementation will be more efficient, extensive and structured,' Abu Tariq said. Any enquiries can be directed to the Hasil Contact Centre at 03-8911 1000, via HASiL Live Chat, or through the feedback form on HASiL's official portal at
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
IRB launches OP Metro 3.0 to strengthen tax compliance in Klang Valley
PUTRAJAYA: The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) today launched OP Metro 3.0 to strengthen the culture of tax compliance among taxpayers through a more strategic and focused approach. The operation, which runs until June 20, is being conducted simultaneously around the Klang Valley with the involvement of various departments under IRB, including the Tax Compliance Sector, Investigation Sector, Revenue Collection Department, Intelligence and Profiling Department, Digital Department and Strategic Compliance Branch. 'OP Metro 3.0 is a continuation of OP Metro 2.0 held in February. This time, we are mobilising 590 officers and have identified 682 cases for action,' said IRB chief executive officer (CEO) Datuk Dr Abu Tariq Jamaluddin in a statement today. He said the operation was also joined by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) to monitor corporate compliance, making it SSM's second involvement after the OP Rejang carried out in Sarawak in April. Targeted sectors for OP Metro 3.0 include construction, manufacturing, services, consultancy and wholesale trade. The operation focuses on four key activities, namely audit, collection, taxpayer verification and strategic compliance. 'Our focus is clear - firm against those who deliberately violate the law, tolerance and guidance for unintentional errors and appreciation for compliant taxpayers,' said Abu Tariq. He stressed that the IRB's main mission is to make tax compliance a culture rather than a burden, adding that appropriate action will be taken against defaulters. Also present at the launch of OP Metro 3.0 were SSM CEO Datuk Nor Azimah Abdul Aziz and deputy CEO (Regulation and Enforcement) Amir Ahmad, as well as senior management of both agencies. IRB is optimistic that strategic cooperation between enforcement agencies will continue to be strengthened in ensuring that tax policies are implemented well. 'Through the integration of expertise and resources, we are confident that tax policy implementation will be more efficient, extensive and structured,' he said. Any enquiries can be directed to the Hasil Contact Centre (HCC) at 03-8911 1000 (domestic) / +603-8911 1000 (overseas), via HASiL Live Chat or the feedback form on HASiL's official portal at
New Straits Times
09-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
IRB urges businesses to adopt e-Invoicing ahead of deadline
KUALA LUMPUR: Businesses ready to adopt the e-Invoice system are encouraged to begin the transition immediately, even if their mandatory implementation phase has not yet started. Inland Revenue Board (IRB) chief executive officer Datuk Dr Abu Tariq Jamaluddin said the agency welcomes early adoption from businesses, stressing that there is no need to wait for the official rollout timeline. "We encourage all traders who are ready to participate in the e-Invoice system to do so. They are actually welcome to join without waiting for the designated timeline," he told reporters after visiting Media Prima News and Current Affairs Division facilities in Balai Berita, Jalan Riong, Bangsar today. IRB on last Thursday said that the implementation phase for e-invoices for taxpayers with annual income or sales exceeding RM1 million but not exceeding RM5 million has been postponed to Jan 1, 2026. Meanwhile, the implementation phase for taxpayers with annual income or sales up to RM1 million has been postponed to July 1, 2026 Taxpayers with an annual income or sales below RM500,000 are exempted from the implementation of the e-Invoice system. The board said the decision was made after the government acknowledged the efforts of taxpayers, particularly micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), to comply with e-invoicing legal requirements, which demand sufficient preparation time and pose numerous implementation challenges. E-invoicing has been implemented in phases since last year, with the first phase starting on August 1 for businesses with annual revenue over RM100 million. The second phase began on January 1 this year, extending the requirement to businesses with annual revenue between RM25 million and RM100 million. Abu Tariq said both phases have received a positive response, with more than 300 million e-invoices successfully submitted to date. He added that although there is no specific revenue target for the initiative, improved record-keeping is expected to lead to an overall increase in tax collection over time. "Our aim is not only to improve tax compliance but also to help businesses maintain more accurate and organised records. This will support better reporting and ultimately contribute to more effective tax administration. "We don't have a specific target for this initiative but we expect that with better record-keeping, tax collection should also continue to increase," he added.
Daily Express
31-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
RM5.7 billion in Sabah taxes last year
Published on: Friday, May 30, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 30, 2025 Text Size: Abu Tariq said the upward revision in the target was due to encouraging tax collection performance last year, which surpassed that of 2023. Kota Kinabalu: The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) of Sabah collected RM5.7 billion in tax revenue last year, with a new collection target of RM6.2 billion for 2025, reflecting positive momentum and growing taxpayer compliance in the state. Chief Executive Officer of IRB Malaysia Datuk Dr Abu Tariq Jamaluddin said the upward revision in the target was due to encouraging tax collection performance last year, which surpassed that of 2023. 'IRB will continue to monitor the performance of companies that are negligent in fulfilling their tax obligations. 'These companies can opt for instalment payments, and it is the responsibility of the Sabah State IRB to ensure compliance with the agreed payment schedule,' he said, after paying a courtesy call on Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sabah, Tun Musa Aman, at Istana Seri Kinabalu, Thursday. Tariq also introduced the new Sabah State IRB Director, Datin Dayang Halimah Awang Ahmad, who succeeds Azrul Hisham Shamsudin, as part of the visit. He added that IRB Sabah recently conducted 'Ops Pematuhan (OP) Tombak' in Tawau from April 23 to 25, this year. Advertisement 'These operations are vital to ensure adherence to tax regulations, including the use of the electronic assessment and stamp duty payment system (STAMPS),' he said. Meanwhile, 380 taxpayers with inactive status have been identified and found active doing business within the city area. Dr Abu Tariq said this shows there is still uncollected tax revenue and action is needed to update taxpayer records. 'This finding provides a clear indication of the untapped potential for revenue collection and the need for further action to ensure taxpayer records are comprehensively updated,' he said. He said among the five main types of businesses operated by these inactive taxpayers are fresh produce business (fruits, vegetables, and fish), dry food business, handicraft businesses, food stalls and wholesale traders at markets. Some 23 officers from HASiL Kota Kinabalu, Keningau and Labuan, along with 35 personnel from City Hall (DBKK), were involved. Abu said the PCTA aimed to verify the status of inactive taxpayers, particularly among business license holders operating around Kota Kinabalu – specifically in Anjung Kinabalu, Anjung Senja, and the Safma Night Market — with the goal of reactivating their tax files. Abu said PCTA represents HASiL's continued commitment to strengthening tax compliance, broadening the tax base, and fostering stronger synergy between agencies to enhance national governance. He said integrated operational approach demonstrates that effective tax compliance strategies do not rely solely on enforcement, but instead require close collaboration between agencies — especially through comprehensive and structured information sharing. 'The sharing of business licence data by City Hall was a key catalyst for the success of this operation. Strategic partnerships established through this collaborative program should be continued between federal agencies and local authorities in the future to align goals and ensure sustainable national revenue,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
29-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
HASiL, DBKK strengthen tax compliance through Inactive Taxpayer Verification Programme
Dr Abu Tariq (centre), Sabin (third from left) giving their thumbs up to the programme. KOTA KINABALU (May 29): The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (HASiL) has reaffirmed its commitment to national tax governance through strategic collaboration with Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) via the 2025 Verification Visit Programme for Inactive Taxpayers (PCTA). Held from May 26 to 29, the integrated initiative aims to boost tax compliance, expand the tax base, and enhance inter-agency synergy to support effective national governance, HASiL said in a statement today. The programme focused on verifying the status of inactive taxpayers, particularly business licence holders operating at Anjung Kinabalu, Anjung Senja, and the SAFMA Night Market. It seeks to pave the way for the reactivation of tax files for those found to still be conducting business activities. A total of 23 HASiL officers from Kota Kinabalu, Keningau, and Labuan, along with 35 DBKK personnel, took part in the operation. Based on detailed data matching, 380 inactive taxpayers were identified as still actively running businesses in the designated areas. The programme concluded with a ceremony officiated by HASiL Chief Executive Officer Datuk Dr Abu Tariq Jamaluddin at Horizon Hotel today. Also present were Kota Kinabalu Mayor Dato' Sri Dr Haji Sabin Samitah, HASiL Deputy CEO (Special Branch) Ahmad Khairuddin Abdullah, Sabah HASiL Director Datin Dayang Halimah Awang Ahmad, and senior management from both agencies. In his speech, Dr Abu Tariq highlighted that effective tax compliance strategies go beyond enforcement, relying instead on inter-agency collaboration and structured information sharing. He credited the sharing of business licence data by DBKK as a crucial element in the operation's success. Dr Abu Tariq expressed hope that such strategic partnerships would be strengthened and expanded nationwide, serving as a model for best practices in integrated revenue management aligned with Malaysia's sustainable development goals. Echoing this sentiment, Dr Sabin emphasized that continued collaboration between Federal agencies and local authorities is vital for achieving shared objectives and ensuring the sustainability of national revenue.
