Malaysian Government Research Articles

CASH CONVERSION CYCLE EFFECTS ON PROFITABILITY OF MALAYSIAN PLANTATION SECTOR

The cash conversion cycle (CCC) is a crucial indicator in determining how efficiently a firm can turn its inventory into sales and subsequently into cash. Data from 43 firms listed in Bursa Malaysia from 2016 to 2019 were used to study the relationship between the CCC and profitability. The determinants for CCC are the days sales outstanding (DSO), days payables outstanding (DPO), and days inventory outstanding (DIO) while profitability is represented by the return on assets (ROA) of the firms. The data were collected from the published annual reports and audited financial statements of the local plantation firms and analyzed using EViews version 10. The result reported that DSO positively influences profitability significantly. DIO also reported a positive influence on profitability but the relationship is insignificant. On the other hand, DPO has an adverse effect on profitability and the relationship is insignificant. The findings provide useful information for the Malaysian government, investors, and policymakers in developing effective policies, rules, or regulations to promote economic productivity, growth, and the best plantation financing decision.

DAKWAH SEMASA MUSIBAH BANJIR DI MALAYSIA

Flood disasters in Malaysia, occurring annually, significantly impact the da'wah efforts and institutions vital to Muslim communities. Mosques and suraus, central to religious education and guidance, transform into temporary evacuation centers during these crises. This shift negatively affects the Malaysian People's Well-Being Index (IKRM), amplifying social symptoms due to a lack of religious education. This paper explores the concept of da'wah from an Islamic perspective, presents Islamic theoretical da'wah models, and addresses the unique needs of Islamic da'wah during flood disasters in Malaysia. The study identifies ten Islamic theoretical da'wah models, proposing a combination of integrated models with online or social media strategies to align with the digital age's prevalence in society. As modern gadgets become essential in daily life, leveraging digital platforms becomes crucial for effective da'wah. The study aims to provide a comprehensive model that can serve as a solution to mitigate social symptoms during flood disasters, contributing to the realization of a prosperous society aligned with the goals of the Madani Malaysia government.

PSIKOSPIRITUAL NABAWI DALAM KITAB TASAWUF MODEN KARYA BUYA HAMKA

Malaysians' mental health problems become more severe every year. The Psychosocial Support Service Helpline (MHPSS) has seen a fivefold increase since 2020 according to the latest statistics. An online survey using the depression, anxiety and stress form (DASS) showed that Muslim Malays recorded the highest number of people filling out the form, in fact the highest percentage of mental health problems involved Malays. Unstable emotions can arise due to problems, resulting in deep suffering. Negative moods, emotions, and feelings are the primary issue of mental health issues, which are psychiatric disorders, a syndrome, a clinical disease. Spiritual treatment should be provided alongside modern treatment in hospitals. Therefore, the aim of this paper is to describe the psychospiritual-psychotherapy concept of Islam and its connection with the Tasawuf Moden’s Book by Buya Hamka. The findings of the study found that the psychospiritual elements found in the Tasawuf Book of Buya Hamka are suitable for use as theoretical psychospiritual to fighting mental illness, especially among Muslims, is crucial to achieving true happiness. The 13 methods of spiritual education mentioned by Buya Hamka are: (1) Need to associate with gentlemen, (2) Always think, (3) Take care of lust and anger, (4) Work regularly, (5) See your own shortcomings, (6) Control anger, (7) Don't be impulsive, (8) Do not argue and belittle others, (9) Avoid excessive banter, (10) Asceticism, (11) Fairness, (12) Be willing to repent and (13) Do not break promises and hold grudges. Therefore, it is hoped that the findings of the study can help deal with Muslim mental health problems that require psychiatric therapy in order to create a prosperous society in line with the wishes of the Madani Malaysia government.

Factors Influencing the use of MRT service in Klang Valley, Malaysia

Mass Rapid Transit, also known as MRT, was introduced by the Malaysian government as an alternative transport mode to address issues related to congestion and road traffic crashes as well as improve public transportation connectivity. Alternative transport modes may not be successful in attracting road users to shift their mode from private if the service provided fails to meet the users’ expectations. Therefore, there is a need to investigate the factors that influence the modal shift to MRT, which could potentially increase its ridership and reduce congestion as well as risk on the road. Thus, this study aimed to identify the factors influencing the use of MRT service in Klang Valley. The factors influencing the users’ decision to modal shift from private vehicles to MRT upon completion of the MRT SBK line were measured through a face-to-face questionnaire survey comprising three sections asking for the respondents’ demographic information, their trip profile, and their MRT usage experience. Based on the MRT usage experience, the respondents were given the choice of answers based on the 5-point Likert scale to rate the 19 factor-related statements indicating the factors that encourage the users to use MRT. Using exploratory factor analysis, four dimensions were identified to explain 19 statements: service quality, travel satisfaction, travel value, and connecting facility. Further analysis using the Rasch model was carried out to measure the reliability and validity of the 19 statements indicating the factors influencing the use of MRT based on the 500 respondents received. Analysis of the results indicated that the most influential factors that encourage people to shift their mode of transportation from private to MRT include the convenience of MRT service, cost, and time. Findings of this study support the idea that MRT is a good transport choice with minimal exposure to road crashes. Results from the reliability and validity test also suggested increasing the diversity of respondents since the value of respondents’ separation is only slightly good enough.

Sustainable petrol subsidy program in Malaysia

The purpose of this research is to propose a sustainable petrol subsidy program to enhance the effectiveness of the Malaysian government in subsidizing petrol to B40 and M40 households. B40 and M40 households, which suffered from poverty due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, at the present moment, there is very limited study on the sustainable petrol subsidy program for B40 and M40 households. This research adopts a quantitative research method. One hundred and fifty questionnaires were disseminated to Malaysian B40 and M40 households. Sixty households responded to the questionnaire. This paper utilized cross-sectional design to test hypotheses that contribute to the sustainability of the petrol subsidy program in Malaysia post-COVID-19 pandemic. This paper has unique and important findings: household welfare, fiscal and macroeconomic issues, and environmental pollution are the most important factors that contribute to the sustainability of petrol subsidies in Malaysia. This research is the pioneering research in Malaysia that provides comprehensive insights on sustainable petrol subsidy, leading to a significant implication on the socio-economic wellbeing of the B40 and M40 households. It provides unique contributions to the government petrol subsidy in Malaysia, as it is one of the very limited studies in Malaysia post-COVID-19 pandemic.

Military spending and spillover effect on social welfare

The Malaysian Ministry of Finance primarily aims to implement fiscal and financial policies for perpetual economic progress. It is vital to ensure the equitable distribution of national wealth to improve Malaysian citizens’ well-being. Based on this study, the Malaysian government’s strategy in defence allocation and spending demonstrates spillover effects on social welfare. Notwithstanding, this financial strategy must be self-sufficient in terms of resources to achieve economic scale through increased job creation and income generation. The current work utilised panel data to examine the defence spending effects on social welfare. A key finding was derived by applying the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model to fiscal time series data for 15 years (2008–2022). Specifically, defence allocations and expenditures reflected a spillover effect on social welfare. The empirical outcomes potentially catalyse the development of the National Defense White Paper in defence allocation and spending strategies and establish a novel independent paradigm in the National Defense Industry (NDI).

The Clash of Pro and Anti-Protest Sentiments during the Pandemic: Youths’ Narratives in Malaysia and Hong Kong as Contrasting Political Communication

The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching effects, impacting not only the health and economic sectors but also the global political landscape. In response, certain youth groups have turned to protests as a means of expressing their dissatisfaction with their governments. This study aims to analyse the conflicting narratives between protest groups that support the right to assemble and the anti-protest narratives promoted by governments. While the Malaysian and Hong Kong governments implemented Movement Control Order and a national lockdown respectively, to curb the spread of the coronavirus, young people within these countries perceived these measures as incompatible with their political objectives. This study employs a narrative analysis approach and the theoretical framework of New Social Movement (NSM) in order to examine this issue. The findings of this study indicate the youths in Malaysia and Hong Kong who supported mobilizing protests during the pandemic perceive the government’s presented narratives and response as a defence mechanism to opportunistic suppression of democratic, government-critical actions. Thus, it can be concluded that there is a clear clash of implicit political messages conveyed by both the youths and governments, with the pandemic serving as the instigating factor in motivation for or against the mobilization of protests. Keywords: Protest, political-communication, youth, Malaysia, Hong Kong.

The relationship between organizational characteristics and the quality of local government financial statements

This study investigates the relationship between organizational characteristics and the quality of financial statements in Malaysian local government. Organizational characteristics, including status, size, financial stability, tax revenue collection efficiency, and level of competence, were examined to discern their impact on mandatory information disclosure in local government financial statements. Data were collected from 71 local governments in Peninsular Malaysia, representing nearly 74% of the total population, using a combination of secondary data from audited financial reports and official documents, as well as structured questionnaires. The results indicate that tax revenue collection efficiency and the level of competence had a significant positive relationship with financial statement quality. Conversely, organizational characteristics related to status, size, and financial stability did not significantly impact financial statement quality. This implies the greater significance of human resources, precisely tax revenue collection efficiency and account officers’ competence, in shaping local government financial statement quality in Malaysia. These findings support the stewardship theory, confirming the connection between specific organizational characteristics and financial statement quality. However, limitations include relying solely on secondary data and facing certain data collection constraints. Future research can enhance these findings by exploring additional factors through in-depth qualitative or case studies.

Current Practices and Issues in the Accounting for Government Infrastructure Assets

Purpose: This paper aims to explore the current accounting practices and issues in accounting for infrastructure assets in Malaysian public sector organisations. Comparatively, this paper also provides an overview of current practices in other countries. Design/ Methodology/ Approach: Data collection was through reviews of extant literature, accounting standards and guidelines by the Accountant General’s Department of Malaysia (AGD), including guidelines and government publications in other countries. Findings: Accounting practice for infrastructure assets varies across countries. There is no specific accounting standard for infrastructure assets. Instead, most countries including Australia, Austria, Canada, France, New Zealand and Malaysia follow the accounting standards for property, plant and equipment to account for infrastructure assets. However, given the unique nature of infrastructure assets, there are issues in identifying what constitute infrastructure assets and determining which government organisations have control over their assets. In addition, challenges in recognition and valuation of infrastructure assets, which include initial and subsequent measurement, depreciation and disclosure also exist. Practical Implications: The government’s spending for infrastructure assets represents a significant proportion of its budget. Therefore, accurate accounting treatments and reporting of the assets is pivotal. This paper aimsto present an update to policy makers and practitioners on current pertinent accounting standards, issues and accounting practices at the international level as well as at the Malaysian federal government. Originality/ Value: Research on accounting for infrastructure assets is still limited. Findings from this research will add to the body of knowledge by highlighting the main issues and providing basis for further investigation. Keywords: Infrastructure assets, definition, recognition, IPSAS17, MPSAS17.

Enforcement Against Ponzi Scheme, The Fraudulent Method to Generate Easy Money in Malaysia

Ponzi schemes are a type of investment fraud that offers investors great rates of return with no risk. Although various measures have been taken by law enforcement agencies as well as financial regulators to prevent this kind of problem, many people are still deceived by this kind of scheme. In Malaysia, there is no specific law mentioning Ponzi scheme. However, relevant laws such as the Penal Code, Financial Services Act 2013 and Direct Sales and Anti–Pyramid Scheme Act 1993 are some applicable laws that can be used to combat the Ponzi scheme. Hence, this article aims to examine the enforcement measures in Malaysia concerning illicit investment schemes and recommend various methods used by the United States and Australia for comparative purposes. Preventive measures and existing regulations used by the United States and Australia are also highlighted to compare the effectiveness of current enforcement done by the authorities in Malaysia. Findings show that despite Malaysia having a few laws in place to tackle this fraudulent scam, they are far from perfect. Therefore, more comprehensive regulations and strategies regarding this scheme are needed since it would assist the relevant authorities in preventing similar fraud. In conclusion, the Malaysian government needs to adopt proper regulation, education, and enforcement to reduce or prevent the number of Ponzi scheme cases in Malaysia. If left unaddressed, the situation will worsen, negatively affecting investors, creditors, and the public.

THE IMPACT OF TAX AWARENESS AND TAX KNOWLEDGE ON TAX NON-COMPLIANCE FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF POTENTIAL TAXPAYERS

Taxpayer Non-Compliance may cause the failure of not achieving the tax revenue target in Malaysia. One of the groups of taxpayers is the individual taxpayer. Thus, the Malaysian government has worked on some strategies to optimize the tax collection from this group. Regarding this matter, the researcher is interested in studying the impact of tax awareness and tax knowledge on taxpayer non-compliance among potential taxpayers. The theory applied in this research is the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). This study used a survey method among accounting background final year students of the Bachelor of Accountancy and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) program at Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia Kuala Lumpur (UPTM). The sampling method used was proportional random sampling and the data collected were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The results show that there is a negative relationship between tax awareness and tax knowledge towards tax non-compliance. This means that if these taxpayers possess a high level of tax awareness and knowledge, the possibility of tax non-compliance is lower. Therefore, in this study, the value added to the tax research is that tax education should be implemented for tertiary students, regardless of whether they come from an accounting or non-accounting background. This is because tertiary students who are also future taxpayers will have more awareness of the importance of tax as they have gained tax knowledge from the formal tax education delivered during their study at the tertiary level.

INCORPORATING THE ROME STATUTE INTO NATIONAL LAW: LESSONS FOR MALAYSIA

Although the former Malaysian government, due to political pressure, decided not to proceed with accession to the Rome Statute, this is not the end of the game. To join the Rome Statute had been in principle accepted by preceding governments and has been the ardent hope of the civil society. How to incorporate the Rome Statute into the Malaysian legal system has been deliberated among the Malaysian government (including the Attorney General’s Chambers and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs), Malaysian Parliamentarians, and civil society since a long time ago. As adopting the Rome Statute is in the best interest of humanity as a whole, the idea will definitely revive at any time in the future when the political climate is favourable. The objectives of the present paper, therefore, are to rebut the main objections against the Rome Statute and to identify the best way of incorporating the Rome Statute into the Malaysian law once Malaysia decides to accede to it. This is a doctrinal legal research supplemented by a comparative methodology, focusing on an analysis of key provisions of the Rome Statute and the Malaysian laws that could be affected, and a comparison between the practices of selected dualist and monist countries. The paper finds that Malaysia, as a dualist State, should opt for applying the single comprehensive enactment modality rather than the multiple one. It is in the best interest of Malaysia for clarity and effectiveness purposes. It concludes with recommendations for the proposed draft implementing legislation, together with suggestions for consequential amendments.

Determinants of personal financial management practices among Malaysian youth

This study examines the factors influencing personal financial management practices among Malaysian youths, with the moderating role of future orientation. This study used the theory of planned behavior as an underpinning theory to predict and understand the factors that influence personal financial management practices among Malaysian youth. The participants in the study are Malaysian individuals aged 15 to 40 years. A total of 119 valid questionnaires were collected and analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM) with partial least squares (PLS). The data analysis findings revealed significant positive effects of financial attitude and financial literacy on the financial management practices among the Malaysian youth. Additionally, the results demonstrate that future orientation is a moderator, strengthening the associations between financial attitude, financial literacy, and personal financial management practices among young people. This study has two main implications. First, it provides valuable information for Malaysian government organizations and policymakers to develop successful plans for encouraging better financial management among young people. Furthermore, this study contributes to the extant literature on personal financial management practices by offering an alternative strategy to address the growing problem of bankruptcy among the Malaysian youth.

BUSINESS INCOME TAX COMPLIANCE BEHAVIOR AMONG SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS

Malaysian government has consistently supported Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) by ensuring that they are resilient and growing. The 2021 Budget represents the largest allocation to date that benefits SMEs, totalling RM38.7 billion as incentives to SMEs for sustaining their businesses. Hence, SMEs have an obligation to support the government by voluntarily and accurately paying their taxes. However, this group of taxpayers appears to be at a high risk of engaging in tax evasion and believes that paying taxes is a burden. Thus, this paper aims to focus on sole proprietorship, the small-scale sector known to be tough when it comes to paying taxes. The objective of this study is to examine the relationship between five independent variables; attitude, subjective norm, perceived behavioural control (probability of audit and licensed tax agent), and the dependent variable; intention to comply. The research framework of this study was developed based on five variables and employed the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) The questionnaires were distributed to taxpayers in Penang. A total of 135 samples were collected from taxpayers through simple random sampling techniques. According to the analysis, TPB is relevant to this study because it helps to explain how taxpayers behave to be aware of and obedient to tax. If taxpayers have strong intentions and beliefs, they will obey the tax. Taxpayers also think about the effects of their actions before acting in a particular way. Surprisingly, the findings ruled out the validity of audit probability in tax intention behaviour. This study contributes to the current literature by adding a new variable of the licensed tax agent to the tax compliance model. Hence, the suggestion for future research is to increase the sample size so that future research can generalise the whole population and come out with a stronger regression model.

Efficacy of Enterprise Risk Management in Enhancing Sustainability and Financial Performance in the Solar PV Industry: A Conceptual Framework

As an alternative to fossil fuels, solar PV electricity can help mitigate global warming and improve the environment by lowering greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). More nations have developed programs to encourage the production and use of PV electricity, considering the potential of renewable energy for sustainable development. The government of Malaysia wants solar PV to be the primary source of renewable energy by 2030. To reduce global warming, renewable energy technology must be implemented more widely. However, the production of solar photovoltaic modules raises serious sustainability concerns. These concerns include using conflict minerals, toxicity, and limited supply or supply chain governance risks of rare materials. Even though solar energy projects are technically feasible, stakeholders still view the region’s initiatives as risky due to ongoing governance problems. Domains related to solar project deployment that involve installation, operation, and management are particularly susceptible to governance issues, such as a lack of accountability and transparency. Renewable energy investments upfront are risky and expensive. Risks in the solar PV value chain include subpar design and manufacturing decisions, inventory losses, quality problems during the execution process, and cultural and societal problems brought on by the absence of an effective risk management system. This study thus investigates how the implementation of ERM influences the company’s financial performance. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is a technique that regulates, and coordinates offset risks all over the firm to manage and integrate all risks holistically. As a result, this paper provides a conceptual and theoretical framework for how corporations use risk management to lower the cost of capital and improve sustainable development in the solar PV industry. The suggested theoretical and conceptual framework, supported by stakeholder and legitimacy theory, provides a foundation for empirically validating the entangled interaction between the relevant variables. It is advocated that measuring variables such as enterprise risk management, financial performance, and sustainability performance be based on previous research and frameworks and recommendations produced by major organizations. The purpose of this paper is to guide Malaysian solar PV companies in the implementation of sustainability and risk management.
 Keywords: enterprise risk management, sustainability, solar PV, financial performance

”What’s up with price controls?” Stakeholders’ views on the regulation of pharmaceutical pricing in Malaysia

Escalating costs have made the accessibility of drugs one of the biggest challenges faced by the Malaysian government. The government agreed to regulate drug prices by means of external reference pricing, but its proposed policy had a setback owing to much opposition from the pharmaceutical industry. The policy did gain support from the public and from non-governmental organisations because it ensured easy access to affordable medicines. Comments from public consultations with key stakeholders were used to explore stakeholders’ perceptions of the external reference pricing policy. A total of 140 comments were analysed for this study. Stakeholders’ views were classified as being from the Socioeconomic, industrial, and government sectors. To summarise, the government must carefully manage and consider stakeholders’ views to ensure a sound policy. Using Mendelow’s stakeholder mapping, this study mapped out stakeholders’ views in a systematic approach. The classification of different stakeholders’ views and recommendations led to suggestions for reviewing current practices in pharmaceutical pricing regulations in the Malaysian healthcare system. The analyses can be extended to other countries that face similar concerns.

Sarawak's Claim on the State's Jurisdiction over Oil and Gas on the Continental Shelf: A Legal Historical Perspective

This paper aims to conduct a preliminary re-evaluation of the claim made by the Government of Sarawak regarding its jurisdiction over oil and gas on the continental shelf. The basis of Sarawak’s claim is rooted in the pre-Malaysia status quo of state territory, which was established through the Alteration of Boundaries of 1954. This proclamation extended the borders of the state to include the continental shelf adjacent to its coast, ensuring the state’s rights to natural resources, including oil and natural gas. However, this research questions the legality of the 1954 law based on the context of legal history. It appears to be incompatible with the 1958 Geneva Convention on the High Seas and the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. These conventions provide the statutory basis for incorporating sea territorial waters beyond three nautical miles and designating Exclusive Economic Zones for specific nations. As such, obtaining jurisdiction over sea territorial waters was the responsibility of the federal government of Malaysia, which acted as the deemed signatory. The research will employ content analysis of relevant secondary sources, as well as selected historical and legal documents. By doing so, it hopes to bring clarity to the legal complexities in the historical context surrounding Sarawak’s claim. The ultimate goal is to redefine the current dimension of the issue and seek an amicable solution to address the jurisdictional matter.
 Keywords: Sarawak’s claim, state jurisdiction, state autonomy, oil and gas, continental shelf

COMMUNICATION ANNOYANCE AMONG POLYTECHNIC STUDENTS

Communication Annoyance Among Polytechnic Students Hazariah Karsahid1, Faizatul Absharizan binti Abu Bakar2, Aznurullaili Binti Ahmad Sarkawi3 Jabatan Perdagangan, Politeknik Sultan Azlan Shah Behrang Stesyen, 35950 Behrang, Perak Email : ijasahid73@gmail.com ABSTRACT In the day-to-day process, the ability to communicate effectively is crucial. A good student should be willing to examine himself in order to be aware of his level of deprivation and to strive to improve over time. This is because, according to a Malaysian Government study of graduates, around 60,000 graduates have yet to be approved for employment, and one of the causes for this difficulty is graduates' lack of communication skills. As a result, the objectives of this study are to (i) identify the level of difference in students' annoyance, whether caused by verbal or nonverbal communication; (ii) assess the difference in communication irritation between male and female students; and (iii) identify the communication situation in which students are most annoyed, whether in terms of group discussion, meeting, interpersonal interaction, public speaking, or writing. Random sampling was used to distribute 143 questionnaires to Polytechnic Sultan Azlan Shah students. According to the data, there was no significant difference in students' frustration levels between verbal and non-verbal communication. Furthermore, there was no statistically significant difference between male and female students in terms of communication annoyance. The findings then show that public speaking is the type of communication that students dread the most. This study's findings can be used by all lecturers and institutions to create the greatest types of education and program for supporting and encouraging students' talents to talk effectively, confidently, and courageously. Keywords: Communication, public speaking, non-verbal, verbal, writing

Student Profiling for Online Learning During Covid-19: A Systematic Review

The Covid-19 epidemic has spurred significant changes in learning paradigms in several countries, including Malaysia. Particularly, the Malaysian government's Movement Control Order (MCO) forced both students and teachers to turn to online learning. It is true that its adoption is rife with fresh difficulties, including network coverage, device appropriateness, and socio-economic status of students, and digital competency, which makes teaching and learning at home incredibly difficult. Since students have a variety of learning needs, abilities, skills, and goals, it is crucial to develop learner profiles that can aid in the development of appropriate online learning approaches in order to address such issues. A systematic review of the most recent literature was conducted using three major databases: Scopus, ERIC, and Mendeley, as was envisioned in this context. The review helped identify 23 relevant publications that were then subjected to a thematic analysis, which helped reveal three (3) key themes for online learning: online platform, learner profile, and learning experience. It might be argued that understanding these thematic elements can assist teaching professionals in creating and putting into practice efficient online learning strategies for students of all educational levels. The results of this study emphasize the value of adopting student or learner profiles as a guideline to assist teaching practitioners in developing and implementing effective online teaching practices, which can ultimately make online learning sustainable long after the Covid-19 outbreak has passed.

Exploring the Significance of Malaysian Consumers' Intentions to Purchase Green Products

The trend toward environmental sustainability is already gaining traction, and it is becoming more common in developed and developing countries. Consumers are becoming more aware of sustainability's importance and making more conscious choices about the products they purchase. The Malaysian Government is also promoting green technology by offering incentives and subsidies to companies producing eco-friendly products, also known as green products. Additionally, the Government is introducing regulations to reduce the carbon footprint of businesses and industries. On the other hand, the Government has signed the SDGs and is struggling to achieve them by 2030. Consumption and production are the primary focus of the 12th Sustainable Development Goal. A limited number of studies have been conducted to investigate the consumers' intentions toward purchasing green products in the Malaysian context, particularly on SDGs. Green products are available in the open markets in Malaysia, but consumers' behaviors and their intentions toward such products are considered low. This study is therefore conducted with the aim to investigate the level of consumers' intention towards purchasing green products. Using a 7-point Likert, 385 valid responses were collected from respondents in Selangor, Perak, and Johor. The study found that Malaysian consumers have a medium level of intentions when it comes to purchasing green products. This could be due to the fact that green products tend to be more expensive than their non-green counterparts, and many people are not willing to pay the extra cost. Also, there could be various factors influencing consumers' intentions to buy green products, which future studies can investigate.