Expanding the tax base and increasing environmental protection tax on non-biodegradable packaging materials would be considered with an aim to limit the use of these materials.

The purpose of delaying these payments is to help manage cash flows. However, businesses are still required to make full payments to the budget deficit.

The Ministry of Finance has proposed slapping higher excise tax on unhealthy products such as cigarettes, beers and alcoholic beverages, and adding sugary drinks to the list as well.

The Ministry of Finance has proposed to apply a special consumption tax on sugar-sweetened beverages to protect people's health following recommendations from the World Health Organisation.

The Ministry of Finance refused to lift the special consumption tax on gasoline at the second extraordinary meeting as the country fights climate change and commits to net zero emissions by 2050.