Minister confirms no withdrawal of Urban Renewal Bill, second reading set for Thursday
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming accused opponents of the bill of “playing with sentiment and engaging in destructive politics”.
More than 80 residents associations in Klang Valley demand withdrawal of Urban Renewal Act
The coalition consists of 75 residents associations led by KL Residents Action for Sustainable Development and PJ Sejahtera that represents eight residents’ associations in Petaling Jaya and four non-governmental organisations.
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Penang’s robust residential offerings in 2025–2029 delineated in EdgeProp’s newly launched special report
Homebuyers looking at Penang’s mainland can expect a surge in new property launches between 2025 and 2029, with a total of 84 new projects set to bring 19,176 units to the market, according to EdgeProp’s special report: “PENANG Investing Towards 2030”.
The rise of Subang Jaya City Centre: From township to modern metropolis
“High-rises are producing rental yields in the 4.
Lawmakers ask to delay second reading of Urban Renewal Bill for further review
The Members of Parliament have called for the Bill to be referred to two committees—Infrastructure, Transportation and Communications, and Women, Children and Community Development—and for a full social impact study to be commissioned.
Urban Renewal Bill 2025 tabled in Parliament for first reading
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming tabled the bill, with its second and third readings scheduled for next Wednesday (Aug 27).
George Kent swings to net loss in 1Q despite revenue growth
This was mainly attributed to an unrealised foreign exchange loss of RM6.
Redevelopment of low-density KL flats to 3,605-unit condo turns minister’s statements to empty rhetoric—HBA
While the Federal Territories Minister’s emphasis on the need for balanced development—including supporting infrastructures, education, amenities, green spaces, transport, and proper planning—is commendable, the reality does not match her words.
HLIB: Woodlands expansion reinforces JS-SEZ growth, lifts property and industrial players
The Johor Bahru–Singapore Transit System (RTS) Link station will attract SEZ-linked businesses such as logistics operators, warehouse providers and large-scale manufacturers, which in turn could encourage an increase in property values around the Johor Bukit Chagar RTS station.
Landlords brace for slower leasing and softer rent under new SST regime
"Office tenants now face the dual challenge of higher rental costs and increased fit-out expenses due to the new construction services tax.
