Sunway REIT Sells University Campus for RM613 Million: Strategic Move Towards Asset Recycling Sunway Real Estate Investment Trust (Sunway REIT) has announced the sale of the Sunway University and college campus to Sunway Education Group’s Sunway College (KL) Sdn Bhd for RM613 million. The move aligns with Sunway REIT’s strategy to recycle assets, leveraging capital for new investments and reducing...
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Malaysia’s Urban Renewal Bill: A Step Towards Modernisation or a Path to Displacement? After more than a decade of planning, Malaysia’s long-awaited Urban Renewal Bill (URA) is expected to be tabled in Parliament in July 2025. The Bill aims to rejuvenate aging urban areas by restoring vibrancy, providing affordable housing, enhancing public facilities, and modernising architectural...
Maybank and CMY Capital Launch Pioneering Single Family Office in FCSFZ In a strategic move to enhance wealth management capabilities, Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) and tycoon Tan Sri Chua Ma Yu are set to establish Malaysia’s first single family office under the Forest City Special Financial Zone (FCSFZ). This landmark initiative is expected to position the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone...
Johor Property Market 2025: Poised for Growth Amid ASEAN Chairmanship As Malaysia assumes the ASEAN chairmanship in 2025, Johor is set to become a focal point for regional economic integration, increased foreign investment, and heightened property demand. Positioned as a strategic gateway to Singapore, Johor Bahru and the greater Iskandar Malaysia region are emerging as prime investment destinations,...
Sir Jeffrey Cheah Sunway Medical School: Pioneering Medical Education in Malaysia Bandar Sunway, Selangor, is set to become a new hub for medical education with the launch of the Sir Jeffrey Cheah Sunway Medical School. As part of Sunway University, this institution is poised to reshape the training of healthcare professionals, focusing on academic excellence, ethical leadership, and advanced...
RM2.95 Billion Eco Business Park VII Launched in Negeri Sembilan Under MVV 2.0 A tripartite agreement has been signed to develop the much-anticipated Eco Business Park VII (EBP VII) — a new integrated industrial park located in Bukit Pelandok, Negeri Sembilan. With a gross development value (GDV) of RM2.95 billion, the project falls under the ambitious Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0 (MVV 2.0) initiative, a...
Forest City Draws SFOs with 0% Tax Incentive, Signaling New Momentum in Johor’s JS-SEZ Malaysia’s ambition to revive Forest City as a premier financial and investment hub has received a major boost with the launch of a 0% tax incentive for Single Family Offices (SFOs) — with high-net-worth individuals already moving in. Among the first to qualify are billionaire investor Tan Sri Chua Ma Yu’s CMY...
Times Square 2: The Next Iconic Landmark in Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur's skyline is constantly evolving, and Times Square 2 is set to become one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, this new development promises a blend of luxury living, strategic location, and robust investment potential. Whether you are looking for a place to call home or a high-yield investment,...
Seremban Sentral: A Landmark Transit-Oriented Development Seremban is set for a transformative boost with the development of Seremban Sentral, a major transit-oriented development (TOD) spearheaded by Sunway Group. Strategically located near the Seremban Railway Station, this project aims to redefine urban living and transport connectivity, enhancing the city's appeal as a dynamic and modern hub. The...
EWI Capital to Enter Malaysia Property Market as Overseas Focus Shifts Eco World International Bhd (KL:EWINT) — soon to be renamed EWI Capital Bhd — has announced its strategic entry into the Malaysian real estate market, a major shift from its original mandate to focus exclusively on overseas developments in the UK and Australia. This change is driven by persistent headwinds abroad and a more...