PRESIDENT MESSAGE
MAY 2025 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
APPEAL REGARDING THE IMPOSITION OF SALES AND SERVICE TAX (SST)]
The Master Builders Association Malaysia (MBAM) urgently appeal to the Government regarding the recent announcement to impose the Sales and Service Tax (SST) on construction services with effect from 1 July 2025, pursuant to the decision made on 9 June 2025.
1. Urgent Need for Clear SOPs and Guidelines
First and foremost, we call on the Government to immediately issue clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), implementation guidelines, and FAQs relating to the imposition of SST on construction services.
This is essential to eliminate confusion and ensure consistent application of the tax across all tiers of the construction value chain. Without clear and timely direction, there is a serious risk of project disruption, compliance errors, and legal and financial disputes…
Vision
The Prime Mover and Recognized Voice of the Malaysian Construction Industry.
Mission
- To provide a synergy of services to members for the betterment of the construction industry.
- To actively initiate, support and participate in programmes and activities that enhance professionalism, productivity and quality in the construction industry.
- To address issues in the construction industry to facilitate members in achieving global competitiveness.
The Main objectives of the Association are:
- To promote and Co-ordinate the development of the construction industry.
- To Promote measures aimed at securing improvements pertaining to techniques, procedures and methods in the construction industry.
- To Organise training programmes, seminars, symposia, conferences, conventions, exhibitions and expositions related to the construction industry.
- To Identify and Study problems arising in the construction industry and to discuss and explore solutions with relevant Government authorities and professional institutions.
- To Seek representation on Committees set up by Government or non-Governmental organisations.
- To Protect the legitimate interest of members.
- To Encourage and Promote the practice of professionalism and harmonious working relationship.
