Therefore, Lim said implication from the SST is far lower than the GST, as only 25% of restaurants and cafes are subject to the new consumption tax system.

More than three months in, what has the government done right so far? What has it missed? More importantly, how should it move forward? 

While the nation celebrates the 61st National Day, it also needs to take stock and keep the new government on its toes. How has the government fared in its first 100 days? How can it move forward to realise the hopes of the people?

Zuraida said she has met with KTI and listened to their concerns over their future living environment as the incinerator project could cause pollution problems to the area.

“What we heard [from news reports] is that some major building materials such as steel bars, concrete, cement and bricks are exempted from SST, but the components needed to build a house is more than these.”

“At the end of the day, it should work with us as we can provide (the industry's) input. After all, we carry the burden (as developers), we well as that of consultants and bankers too.”

Raja Kamarul said it requires the participation and support from all stakeholders to bring down the housing cost, which is one of the issues the Pakatan Harapan government is facing.

Properties abound, yet are unaffordable to most Malaysians. Unsold units, especially high-rises, pile up every year.

建筑物的共用空间是人们的休闲、办公或停驻歇脚的地方，在实用以外，建筑美学也是必备元素。

'We will assist Fahmi in changing the signage and erecting arches upon finding suitable locations,' said the KL mayor.