But critics warn that the Chinese leader's pet project is burying some countries under massive debt.

Justice Datuk Hadhariah Syed Ismail acquitted and released Lim, 58, and businesswoman Phang Li Koon, 46, following the application of counsel Ramkarpal Singh who represented Lim, and Datuk V.Sithambaram and Hisyam Teh Poh Teik, who represented Phang, for their clients to be fully acquitted from the charge.

He said the development comprised residential, entertainment, leisure, public park, hotel and retail, of which, the retail segment was currently 26% leased by its anchor tenants.

Dzulkefly said the state government respected the federal government’s probe into the matter, but added there is also a need to correct various perceptions about the Forest City project, such as the purported influx of Chinese citizens and claims they will be given residency status.

Zuraida Kamaruddin said her ministry will be meeting its developer Country Garden Pacificview Sdn Bhd, the state government, local authorities and Iskandar Regional Development Authority tomorrow to find out more about the project as well as what had happened before the new government took power to develop a clear direction on foreign ownership in the development.

She said the township is the “best she has visited so far” as a minister.

CGPV today unveiled its RM1.8 billion Forest City Golf Resort and Jack Nicklaus Designed Forest City Legacy Golf Course to the public

Those who to settle their compounds from Oct 1 to Dec 31 can enjoy a 50% discount.

“Paying parking via smartphones is definitely part of the smart city ecosystem as it indeed makes life more convenient.”

“If we do receive it, the relevant agencies will certainly study it carefully.”