Govt urged to restore duty-free status for high-priced vehicles
Industry players in Langkawi are urging the government to restore duty-free status for high-priced vehicles while implementing stricter regulations to prevent abuse. The removal of these exemptions under Budget 2026 has negatively impacted local businesses and vehicle transporters.
Why it matters
Illustrates the economic trade-offs between tax policy changes and the viability of niche luxury markets in regional tourism hubs.
LANGKAWI: The government could restore the duty-free status for high-priced vehicles here while tightening rules to prevent abuse, an industry player suggested.
Presents the perspective of local business owners while acknowledging the government's policy shift.
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