In the first episode of Scoop Insight, we break down the key objectives of Malaysia's Budget 2025; exploring the country’s tax revenue strategies and focusing on expanding the tax base. With discussions on whether it’s time to revisit the Goods and Services Tax (GST), and the role of sin taxes on tobacco, alcohol, and gaming, we ask: Are these convenient targets for revenue generation due for an increase? What are the consequences of implementing taxes without fully considering their broader impact?

Moderator: Shazmin Shamsuddin Panellists: Dato' Zainul Arifin Mohammed Isa CEO, Big Boom Media Muhammad Sha'ani bin Abdullah Honorary Secretary, Malaysian Digital Economy Consumer Association Dr. Shankaran Nambiar Fellow, Institut Masa Depan Malaysia (MASA) Datuk Wan Saiful Wan Jan Tasek Gelugor MP