Malaysia's Inland Revenue Board Collects Additional RM4.4 Billion in Tax Assessments

The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (HASiL) has successfully collected an additional RM4.4 billion in tax assessments by June 30, 2026, through ongoing efforts to bolster tax compliance and safeguard national revenue. HASiL Chief Executive Officer Datuk Dr. Abu Tariq Jamaluddin stated that this accomplishment underscores the agency's dedication to preserving national revenue while reinforcing the integrity of the tax system.

In its pursuit of enhanced tax compliance, HASiL emphasizes the protection of taxpayers' rights as a paramount concern. Taxpayers are provided with avenues to appeal and resolve disputes through the Dispute Resolution Department, which offers a professional, fair, and effective settlement process. HASiL views tax cases brought to court positively, as these proceedings help solidify legal certainty by clarifying the interpretation and application of tax provisions.

Regarding governance, every taxpayer case undergoes a thorough review at the branch, state, and headquarters levels before additional assessments are issued. This meticulous approach ensures that all decisions are transparent, objective, and legally sound, thereby fostering greater confidence among taxpayers in the national tax system. HASiL also highlighted the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in its operations, enabling the automation of routine tasks, improved decision-making, and strengthened risk management through advanced data analysis.

AI has significantly enhanced HASiL's data analytics capabilities, allowing for the processing and analysis of over 1.6 billion e-invoices received to date. This capacity enables faster and more accurate identification of transaction patterns, improving the effectiveness of compliance risk detection, reinforcing the integrity of tax data, and supporting more data-driven decision-making. The 26th National Tax Conference, themed 'Future Taxation: Driving Trust, Transparency, and Transformation,' addressed critical issues in the current tax landscape, including transfer pricing, tax incentives, regional competitiveness, and international tax developments.