BTH: Future-proofing cities: What's next for Malaysia? [WATCH]
With Selangor contributing 25.9 per cent to Malaysia's GDP in 2023, the state is now looking beyond numbers to reshape urban life for long-term sustainability.
Chartered architect and urban strategist Lim Take Bane explores how design and walkability are essential to livable cities.
He championed transit-oriented development (TOD) as a way to reduce car dependency, highlighting the importance of well-integrated communities with covered walkways, green zones, and multifunctional spaces.
Economist and Selangorian Professor Dr Barjoyai Bardai complements this by emphasizing data-driven governance and intelligent infrastructure.
He highlighted that Selangor's push into the digital economy — especially in semiconductors, chip design, and tech parks like Cyberjaya — must be supported by real-time analytics and inclusive policy frameworks.
Both experts also stressed on the public-private partnerships and adaptive reuse of heritage structures are key strategies to strengthen local identity.
Projects like the upcoming Kompleks Sukan Shah Alam (KSSA) were spotlighted for its push to incorporate "sponge city" principles to tackle urban flooding while fostering public space.
The episode underscored that modern cities must retain their soul, rooted in culture, community, and sustainability, while preparing for climate risks and economic shifts.
Follow the discussion in the latest episode of Beyond the Headlines. Watch on NST Online's YouTube channel.
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