AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTax Reform Watch: EY Malaysia says a refined sales and services tax (SST) could cut tax “cascading,” broaden the base, and improve compliance—if government keeps rules simple, consults widely, and gives businesses enough transition time. SME Growth & Travel: WTTC and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) signed an MoU to back travel and tourism SMEs with research, policy advocacy, and market access through ICC’s 45M+ business network. Local Business Milestone: Colchester kitchen specialist Elfin Kitchens marked 20 years, growing from a major student-housing order into a UK-wide supplier. Green Skills for SMEs: Uganda’s green and circular economy bootcamps backed by EU/Belgium partners helped Kampala-area and regional SMEs build skills and access support for renewable energy, farming, waste, and digital marketplaces. SME Finance & Risk: A report highlights how low insurance penetration leaves SMEs exposed to shocks; it argues insurance should be treated as a growth tool, not just a cost. AI for Small Business: Meta’s Muse push continues expanding into SMB workflows, aiming to automate parts of daily operations. Business Reality Check: A Malaysia op-ed warns exempting MSMEs from minimum-wage hikes could create two classes of workers.
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