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Malaysia’s growth forecast for 2024 kept at 4.3%, says World Bank

The World Bank has maintained its 2024 economic growth outlook for Malaysia at 4.3% in its East Asia and Pacific Economic Update for April, on expectation of a likely recovery in global growth and the easing of restrictive financial conditions.

Malaysia maintains 4-5% GDP growth for 2023: Ahmad Maslan

Malaysia is maintaining its 2023 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast of 4-5%, according to Deputy Finance Minister I, Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan. 

M’sia needs long-term plan to boost revenue: World Bank

World Bank lead economist Apurva Sanghi said Malaysia’s revenue as a share of the gross domestic product (GDP) has been declining, with tax revenue being well below 12% of GDP.  

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