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USA Today
14-07-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Land For Sale In Tanjong Malim's New Tech Valley For AI Data Center Investment
Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory / Syndication Cloud / May 7, 2025 / Sungai Samak Estate Tanjong Malim has witnessed some huge changes over the years – from humble beginnings as an 18th-century trading post to its growing role as one of Malaysia's most vibrant tech hubs. Want the lowdown on whys, hows, and wheres of investing in the region? Visit real estate investment consultancy Sungai Samak Estate's site to explore the future of technology and economic development in Tanjong Malim and learn how you can get involved! More details at Don't Know Much About Tanjong Malim? Explore the town's rich history and discover key events that demonstrate the town's spirit and resilience. For example, it endured and survived the Japanese occupation from 1941 to 1945 and the Communist Insurgency from 1948 to 1960, rising to meet the challenges of the times. The town's current economic boom reflects its ongoing commitment to progress and innovation. Prime Positioning According to the guide, the town is set to benefit from high-speed railway links to Port Klang and Proton City and developer DRB-HICOM's plans to turn Tanjong Malim into the 'Detroit of ASEAN' through its Automotive High Technology Valley (AHTV) project. These developments will bring a huge influx of workers and speed up the already rapidly rising economic growth in the area. Want to be a part of it? The company explains how these developments will see the area's population rise by around 50,000 by 2027, bolstering demand for housing, retail, and other consumer amenities. A 400-acre development is underway adjacent to the AHTV plant, featuring smart urban planning and over 6,000 commercial and residential units. What About Data Center Provision? Tanjong Malim is a prime spot for data center investment. Developers, tech companies, and investment companies such as Bain Capital are drawn to its perfect location, growing infrastructure, and affordable land. The town's progressive ethos is also seen in the growth of its AI and robotics sector. A Sungai Samak Estate spokesperson says, 'Tanjong Malim can shape the future with Malaysia's first AI & Robotics University, built on a legacy of excellence from the 100+ year-old Sultan Idris Teachers Training University. Backed by industry, it will drive AI and STEM breakthroughs, revolutionizing manufacturing and automation.' What Investment Opportunities Are There? The company highlights the availability of five 376-acre plots of land – located 10 minutes from the center of Tanjong Malim – as an ideal opportunity for investors hoping to share in the success of the region's economic transformation. Be part of Malaysia's hi-tech future with Sungai Samak Estate! For more info, go to Sungai Samak Estate 2 Jalan Sempurna off Jalan Gombak Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory 53000 Malaysia
New Straits Times
02-06-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
MACVA pushes for war memoirs to enter school curriculum
KUALA LUMPUR: Many Malaysians remain unaware that the country has endured three wars — and that the sacrifices of its army veterans during these conflicts have been largely omitted from history books and overlooked in the national narrative. "Very little has been documented about these turbulent chapters of our history, especially the undeclared wars that plagued the country in its early years. Most of the books and articles that exist were written from foreign perspectives," said Captain (Rtd) Dato' Lee Kwang Lock of the Royal Malaysian Navy. "Our historians and academics — even those from our own universities — are often unaware of the stories and details of these wars," he lamented. "So we took it upon ourselves to collect stories from our veterans, to create awareness." Despite their pivotal role in safeguarding the nation during the Malayan Emergency, the Indonesian Confrontation and the Communist Insurgency, many of these veterans have faded from public memory. Their sacrifices helped lay the foundation for the peace and stability Malaysia enjoys today — yet their contributions are rarely acknowledged, and remain largely absent from school curricula. As a result, younger generations grow up with little understanding of the price paid for the freedom they now take for granted. In an effort to preserve these forgotten stories, the Malaysian Armed Forces Chinese Veterans Association (MACVA) has published Memoirs: Malaya and Borneo at War, launched yesterday. The paperback compiles first-hand accounts from Malaysian veterans, offering a rare glimpse into the personal struggles, courage and camaraderie that defined their wartime experiences. Lee emphasised that the book is more than just a historical record. "It stands as a tribute to the thousands of soldiers and police officers who defended the sovereignty of our nation," he said. MACVA hopes the book will reach a wider audience — particularly secondary school and university students, who they believe must be taught the realities of Malaysia's wartime history and the sacrifices that shaped the nation. "We had planned to approach the Ministry of Education to give away copies of our book because the younger generation must be aware," said MACVA president Lt Col (Rtd) Wong Ah Jit. "But there have been hurdles in getting it approved and accepted into the school system." MACVA's latest publication follows its first book, Memoirs of the Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans, launched in March 2020. With each release, the association hopes to fill the historical gaps left in mainstream narratives — and to spark greater public awareness of Malaysia's military past. There is a growing urgency to ensure that the sacrifices of these veterans are formally recognised. Wong stressed that their stories should not be confined to memoirs alone, but woven into the national education system — so that future generations truly understand the price of peace.
