News by Veishnawi Nehru

Despite witnessing a marginal dip in overall property transaction volume in 2025 (3.5% y-o-y), many high-value deals continued to move the market. 

The move reflects a growing need for a more paced and considered analysis in an information-saturated market.

The way Malaysians work is evolving. Offices are no longer just spaces to park employees; they are increasingly seen as strategic hubs for collaboration, talent attraction, and innovation.

Kuala Lumpur Festival (KL Fest) will return from May 6 to 31, bringing more than 80 arts and cultural events to heritage buildings and public spaces across the city as part of ongoing efforts to revive activity in the capital’s historic core.

Suria KLCC is marking Hari Raya Aidilfitri with a heritage-themed campaign featuring traditional crafts, cultural performances and a festive installation, with the mall’s Centre Court transformed into a bougainvillea garden display.

Mah Sing Group Bhd’s M Aspira serviced residence project in Taman Desa is nearly 85% sold, as the developer hosted a Chinese New Year open house at the project’s sales gallery on Saturday (March 7).

Malaysia’s manufacturing sector is gaining momentum as domestic and foreign investors expand across electrical and electronics (E&E), electric vehicles (EVs), and advanced logistics—but industry leaders say the country’s defining competitive edge will hinge on whether it can build, attract, and retain skilled talent.

The region’s appeal comes from a combination of available land, strategic location, and growing support for hightech industries, making it increasingly attractive for both established players and new investors.

Every day, Malaysian workers navigate surfaces that could mean the difference between a safe shift and serious injury, or worse, their last day.

Sustainability is no longer a marketing edge, it’s fast becoming a base specification across Malaysia’s industrial landscape.