“The instruction was from the RTD, not the Transport Minister, I understand that the RTD did so to reduce the loss of government revenue as there are vehicles which are registered in Peninsular Malaysia but the road tax are renewed in Sabah and Sarawak.”

Malaysia, he said, could still have a national airline but it did not necessarily have to be owned by the government.

The razed buildings believed to be about 100-years-old, comprised 20 two-storey shophouses, 11 single-storey terrace houses and a library. 

H C Chan, CEO of Sunway Malls & Theme Parks: Overall, at the national level, there is definitely an oversupply. But there are pockets that are still underserved. It depends on the location.

After Perbadanan Perwira Niaga Malaysia (Pernama) pulled out of the collaboration that was aimed at helping ex-servicemen participate in the c-store retail segment.

“… in the next two to three years, the trend may change [and move] a little towards the slightly more premium segment. We will ride the trend, depending on market sentiments.”

In his message in conjunction with National Day, the Prime Minister said Malaysia was built on the values of tolerance, strong character, mutual respect, the willingness to give and share, selfless attitude and readiness to sacrifice for the sake of the country.

Here are seven of the oldest areas in Kuala Lumpur and the stories behind their names.

Close to other tourist spots like Dataran Merdeka and Petaling Street, Central Market is a popular place for tourists who are eager to take home Malaysian art works, handicrafts and other souvenirs.

Inisiatif Perumahan Komuniti Seni Harapan kicked off today  with the handover of an offer letter to veteran singer Ku Nazhatul Shima Ku Kamarazzaman better known as Shima