Malaysia's gastronomic scene is finally basking in the limelight, courtesy of a recent TasteAtlas ranking that has coffee aficionados and patriots alike buzzing with pride. After facing several setbacks in global food rankings—where the nation's nasi kambing unfortunately found itself among the "100 worst-rated food," and the beloved kaya toast was overshadowed by Singapore's claim—Malaysia makes a...
The Malaysian federal government, during the 42nd National Physical Planning Council (MPFN) meeting held on Monday, officially greenlit the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) integrated land use master plan, commonly referred to as PeGTaECRL. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who chaired the meeting in Putrajaya, confirmed that the approved document would be a catalyst for development surrounding the 20...
The Pan Borneo Highway project, a monumental infrastructure venture poised to redefine connectivity in Malaysia's Borneo states, has reached a pivotal milestone with the announcement of the tender for Package 1B Phase 1. Deputy Public Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan revealed that an overwhelming response of 300 companies has been received for the tender involving 15 work packages, marking a...
In response to swirling rumors and concerns, Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke has made a clear statement regarding the status of the historic Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) headquarters. Amidst claims of forced relocation, Loke clarified that the ministry has never issued any directives or exerted pressure on KTMB to vacate its iconic building, which stands as a...
In a significant move to address the discrepancies in affordable housing prices across different regions, the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) has embarked on implementing a comprehensive mapping of affordable housing prices under the National Housing Policy. This innovative approach seeks to establish a more equitable and realistic pricing model for affordable homes, tailored to the...
The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project has reached a significant milestone by completing the excavation of 30 tunnels along its rail alignment, demonstrating remarkable progress and efficiency in its development. In a noteworthy achievement, the project team successfully executed three tunnel breakthroughs within the Bentong district in a single day, utilizing the "drill and blast" tunnelling method to...
Sarawak Consolidated Industries Bhd (SCIB), a key player in Malaysia's construction sector, has announced the mutual termination of its RM97.75 million contract with Landasan Kapital (M) Sdn Bhd. The contract, initially set to cover a period of 23 months, was designed to encompass a wide range of construction tasks for a residential project, including the provision of materials, labor, tools, and the...
Boustead Properties Bhd is stepping forward in its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship by entering into a strategic partnership with Opus International (M) Bhd, a subsidiary of UEM Edgenta Bhd. This collaboration, announced on March 11, marks a significant milestone in the promotion of sustainable energy solutions within the Malaysian real estate sector, showcasing how...
In a decisive move to alleviate the financial strain on buyers of the troubled Residensi Hektar Gombak project, the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) has announced that it will issue a confirmation letter detailing several supportive measures. Deputy Minister Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu disclosed that the letter would urge financial institutions to consider a raft of relief options, such as...
Tropicana Gardens has been honored as the best mixed-use development in Malaysia at the prestigious FIABCI Malaysia Property Award 2023. This accolade celebrates the integrated development's exceptional blend of residential, retail, and office components, set within the vibrant Tropicana Indah township on a sprawling 17.6-acre plot in Kota Damansara. Since its inception in 1996, Tropicana Indah has...
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