13MP: Melaka focuses on becoming a regional, international tourism and halal hub
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said the implementation of 13MP would drive Melaka's efforts to advance as a world-class tourism state, a regional halal industry hub, and a state resilient to future challenges.
He said 13MP would boost Melaka's position as a premier tourism destination, a regional halal industry centre, and a state better prepared to face climate change challenges and future infrastructure needs.
"The establishment of the Malaysian Halal Commission is also expected to strengthen Melaka's position as a more strategic halal hub, and certainly, this initiative will be fully utilised for the well-being of the people of Melaka as a whole.
"The Melaka government is also committed to supporting the national aspiration to increase the country's halal export value to RM80 billion and contribute 11 per cent to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through the development of the Halal Industrial Park in Melaka," he said in a statement today.
During the tabling yesterday, Anwar reportedly said the move to boost the country's halal export value would be supported by the establishment of the halal commission and the development of Halal Industrial Parks, including in Melaka, Perak, and Kelantan.
Meanwhile, Ab Rauf also welcomed the federal government's announcement on the development of Special Tourism Investment Zones (STIZ), which would also focus on Melaka.
He said STIZ would act as a catalyst for the creation of new tourism products based on art, culture, heritage, and nature, indirectly making Melaka a more competitive destination on the international stage.
"In terms of disaster management, Melaka will benefit from the implementation of the Sungai Baru Flood Mitigation Plan (RTB), which is expected to reduce flood risks and impacts, thereby improving public safety," he said.
At the same time, Ab Rauf said the Melaka government had planned development proposals under Rolling Plan 1 (RP1) of 13MP for 2026, amounting to 258 high-impact projects with a total value of RM7.15 billion.
He said the proposed projects would focus on developing modern infrastructure, strengthening the digital economy, and empowering strategic industries to ensure the state's sustainable growth.
Ab Rauf also fully supported the Water Sector Transformation Plan 2040 (AIR2040), spearheaded by the federal government.
He said the state government would work closely with the federal government to ensure water supply capacity and efficiency are in line with the development of new residential areas and growing industrial demand in Melaka.
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