Urban Renewal Bill To Be Tabled For First Reading This Thursday -- Nga
He said the second and third readings are scheduled for August 27, thus marking a new direction in ensuring that urban development in Malaysia remains sustainable, advanced, prosperous and inclusive.
'I think the time has come, because next year the country will celebrate 70 years of independence, we need a new act to revive old cities,' he said.
Nga said this at a press conference after attending the KPKT Budget 2026 Engagement Session with Stakeholders here today.
The ceremony today was also attended by Deputy Minister Datuk Hajah Aiman Athirah Sabu and ministry secretary-general Datuk M Noor Azman Taib.
Nga said KPKT through PLANMalaysia and related agencies, had held 101 engagement sessions, including two with the Parliamentary Select Committee, making it the highest number in the ministry's history.
"We have met with developers, homebuyers' associations, rukun tetangga, academia, universities, NGOs and even members of Parliament. This proves that we have done everything possible. Therefore, I believe it is time for this act to be tabled," he said.
Nga also stressed that the Urban Renewal Bill is an important pillar to ensure that old towns are revived, thereby supporting the country's sustainable development agenda.
Commenting on whether the ministry would maintain a whole-of-government approach or provide allocations directly to local authorities (PBTs), Nga stressed that sustainable development remains the main framework of the MADANI Economy.
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