Budget 2014: RM239m allocated for sports; GST implemented
The government is allocating RM239 million to pursue excellence in sports, including upgrading of sport complexes and courts, said Prime Minister Najib Razak. He said the allocation would include establishing pilot talent identification programmes in primary schools and the implementation of the Future Professional Coach programme to hone the skills of potential coaches for selected sports. Najib also said the government would allocate RM150 million to the Sports Trust Fund for the development of elite sports, medical treatment and research. Read more here . Meanwhile, Najib also announced the goods and services tax (GST) of 6 per cent will be implemented starting April 1, 2015. Malaysia will not join more than 150 nations across the globe including Canada , New Zealand and Australia through the implementation of GST. Do read more about the GST here . Pic by The Mole . HD says: Your thoughts on the budget?