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Barnama
a day ago
- Business
- Barnama
Federal Territories Forge Ties With Singapore, Indonesia To Drive ASEAN Vision 2045
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- Close cooperation between the Federal Territories, Singapore, and Indonesia is expected to bring significant benefits to all three parties in realising the ASEAN Vision 2045. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa said cooperation with both countries was discussed during a courtesy call from Singapore's Senior Minister of State for the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, and Ministry of Trade and Industry Low Yen Ling, and Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Bima Arya Sugiarto, today. During her meeting with Low, who is also the Mayor of Singapore's South West district, Dr Zaliha said discussions centred on the experiences and best practices of ASEAN cities, including the CHASE (Clean, Healthy, Advanced, Safe and Eco-Friendly) City concept adopted in the Federal Territories. 'I also shared how this initiative began by listening to the voices of the people and integrating those aspirations into developments such as Kota MADANI,' she said in a Facebook post. Dr Zaliha and Low also exchanged views on women-led urban leadership, the clean energy transition, carbon pricing, strengthening coastal resilience and addressing the challenges of an ageing society. Regarding her meeting with Bima Arya, Dr Zaliha said they spoke about bold ideas for the region's future, including the vision of ASEAN 2045 with easier travel across borders, smarter waste and logistics systems, and stronger digital connections between cities. 'I also shared the Federal Territories' role as a pioneer of the CHASE City concept under Malaysia MADANI and extended an invitation for Jakarta to join this journey,' she said. Additionally, she said the discussion touched on opportunities for cooperation in the digital economy, such as a cashless society, as well as empowering youth and women through flexible work infrastructure, including cloud kitchen initiatives currently being implemented in the Federal Territories. Dr Zaliha also invited Indonesia to join the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 celebration to strengthen ties between the people of both countries and reinforce the network of ASEAN cities towards an inclusive, sustainable, and prosperous shared future.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia champions CHASE City for sustainable ASEAN urban growth
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has proposed the CHASE City framework as a sustainable urban development model for ASEAN nations. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa emphasised its focus on Clean, Healthy, Advanced, Safe, and Eco-friendly cities. She described the framework as adaptable to diverse ASEAN urban realities while promoting integrated planning. 'This is not a collection of separate agendas, but an integrated philosophy that guides urban policy, design and governance, in a holistic way,' she said. Dr Zaliha spoke at the ASEAN Sustainable Urbanisation Forum held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. She highlighted the framework's alignment with ASEAN's urban priorities, fostering collaboration among governments, businesses, and communities. The Kota MADANI project in Putrajaya was cited as a successful application of CHASE principles. It integrates low-carbon solutions, AI-driven technologies, and green mobility for sustainable urban living. Malaysia's membership in the Davos Baukultur Alliance was also underscored as a milestone. The country is the first non-European member of this global coalition promoting cultural urban development. 'Cities are more than functional spaces. They are cultural and social ecosystems,' Dr Zaliha noted. She pointed to heritage conservation efforts like Warisan KL, which revitalises landmarks such as Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad. These initiatives blend adaptive reuse with sustainable design to boost civic pride and tourism. The forum serves as a platform for ASEAN leaders to exchange sustainable urbanisation strategies. - Bernama
Barnama
26-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Kota MADANI To Offer Savings Of Up To RM1,000 A Month For Civil Servants
PUTRAJAYA, June 26 (Bernama) -- The Kota MADANI smart city project here is expected to help civil servants save up to RM1,000 a month in living costs, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa. She said that through this project, civil servants would be able to reside in government quarters at minimal cost, with salary deduction for housing totalling only around RM400 per month. 'Their children's schools are nearby and accessible on foot. They can go to and return from school safely as the area is equipped with an advanced security system. 'Fuel costs can also be saved. So they can set aside money for the future,' she said in her speech at the launch of the Kota MADANI development project in Putrajaya's Precinct 19, officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today. Dr Zaliha said the government is developing the MADANI concept grounded in reality, not merely as a slogan. Responding to claims that the project would replace Putrajaya, Dr Zaliha clarified that Kota MADANI covers only 0.8 per cent of the entire area of Putrajaya and is a small part of a larger urban planning initiative. 'Putrajaya was built as a symbol of modern and planned administrative capital. Kota MADANI is a continuation and realisation of this vision, with emphasis on a liveable, inclusive, and secure ecosystem,' she said. Kota MADANI is designed as a 'walkable' development with short distances between buildings, integrated with MADANI and CHASE principles — namely integrated development, pedestrian-friendly environments, artificial intelligence (AI) technology, and sustainable and inclusive growth. According to Dr Zaliha, 10,000 units of quarters for civil servants will be built under the project to address the acute shortage currently faced.
The Sun
26-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Kota MADANI to save civil servants RM1,000 monthly in Putrajaya
PUTRAJAYA: The Kota MADANI smart city initiative is set to provide civil servants with monthly savings of up to RM1,000 by reducing housing and transportation costs, according to Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Speaking at the project launch in Precinct 19, Dr Zaliha explained that government quarters under the scheme will cost only around RM400 per month through salary deductions. She highlighted additional benefits, including proximity to schools and enhanced security, allowing families to walk safely. 'Fuel expenses can also be minimised, enabling civil servants to allocate more savings for their future,' she said during the event officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Addressing concerns that Kota MADANI might replace Putrajaya, Dr Zaliha clarified that the project covers just 0.8 per cent of Putrajaya's total area. 'Putrajaya remains a symbol of modern administration, while Kota MADANI enhances liveability and inclusivity,' she added. The development integrates MADANI and CHASE principles, focusing on walkability, AI technology, and sustainability. It will include 10,000 new housing units to alleviate the current shortage, with 17,000 applications pending. Dr Zaliha emphasised that the MADANI Government is prioritising civil servants' welfare, contrasting past neglect. 'A support officer paying RM1,500 in rent and RM500 for fuel will see life-changing benefits,' she noted. The RM4 billion project, managed by Putrajaya Holdings Sdn Bhd, follows a public-private partnership model without initial government funding. Also present were Chief Secretary Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar and Putrajaya Corporation president Datuk Fadlun Mak Ujud.
The Sun
26-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Kota MADANI project to ease civil servants' burden in Putrajaya
PUTRAJAYA: The Kota MADANI smart city project in Precinct 19 is designed to alleviate the housing burden for civil servants while enhancing workplace efficiency, according to Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar. The first phase will see the construction of 3,000 residential units, part of a larger plan to deliver 10,000 units to address the current shortage of 12,000 government staff quarters. Shamsul Azri expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for approving the project, which was launched today. Kota MADANI's innovative urban design includes a vertical school and nearby public facilities, reducing living costs and improving quality of life. 'With everything within walking distance, it saves fuel and time while ensuring peace of mind for working parents,' Shamsul Azri said. Spanning 41.28 hectares, the RM4 billion project will accommodate over 30,000 residents. It incorporates AI, digital infrastructure, and green mobility as part of its smart city framework. Developed under a public-private partnership with Putrajaya Holdings Sdn Bhd, the project follows a build-lease-maintain-transfer (BLMT) model. Kota MADANI aligns with the CHASE vision—Clean, Healthy, Advanced, Safe, and Eco-friendly—positioning Putrajaya as a model city embodying MADANI values.
