KUALA LUMPUR (Dec 9): The government is discussing the extension of the income tax exemption for the marine transportation industry beyond 2026, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Amir Hamzah said the government recognises that Malaysia is a maritime nation and that long-term competitiveness requires a strong base of local vessel operators. Talks are ongoing between the Transport Ministry and Finance Ministry to support the system, he said on Tuesday (Dec 9).

“And if tax incentives are required, we will continue to support [them] through tax incentives along the way,” he told reporters after the listing ceremony of shipping firm Orkim Bhd (KL:ORKIM).

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