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Barnama
10 hours ago
- Business
- Barnama
Urban Renewal Bill To Be Tabled For First Reading This Thursday -- Nga
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) will table the Urban Renewal Bill (PSB) in the Dewan Rakyat for the first reading this Thursday, said its Minister Nga Kor Ming. 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.
The Sun
11 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
KPKT seeks RM1 billion boost for public cleaning and EV transition
PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) aims to secure over RM1 billion in additional funding to enhance public cleaning efforts. This follows agreements with Selangor and Penang to adopt Act 672, streamlining waste management policies. Minister Nga Kor Ming stated the funds will support reforms like converting 20% of cleaning vehicles to electric models by 2027. 'This aligns with Malaysia's decarbonisation goals for a zero-carbon economy,' he said. Night-time cleaning and deep-cleaning programmes at tourist spots will also be introduced. Nga shared these plans after a Budget 2026 engagement session with KPKT stakeholders. Deputy Minister Datuk Hajah Aiman Athirah Sabu and Secretary-General Datuk M Noor Azman Taib also attended. Over 300 stakeholders submitted 55 proposals, including input from REHDA and volunteer fire teams. 'We'll refine these proposals for submission to the Finance Ministry by September 4,' Nga added. Budget 2026 will feature 10+ new initiatives, including 10,000 public infrastructure projects. Last year, KPKT completed 6,611 projects like parks and hawker centres. Nga proposed doubling the Federal Small Allocation to RM500 million for 2026. The ministry will also push for the MADANI Home Ownership Programme to revive the property sector. 'This ensures Malaysians can own their dream homes,' Nga emphasised. Budget 2026, tabled on October 10, prioritises economic growth, living standards, and governance reforms. - Bernama
Barnama
11 hours ago
- Business
- Barnama
KPKT Targets Additional RM1 Mln Allocatiion For Public Clearning Efforts
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) is targeting an additional allocation of over RM1 billion to intensify public cleaning efforts following the agreement of the Selangor and Penang state governments to adopt Act 672. Its minister, Nga Kor Ming said the additional allocation will enable the implementation of several reforms, including the target of 20 per cent of public cleaning vehicles switching to electric vehicles (EVs) by 2027. 'This is in line with the national decarbonisation policy towards a zero-carbon economy. KPKT will also introduce public cleaning initiatives at night as well as deep cleaning programmes in tourist hotspots to keep them free from dust and garbage," he said. Nga said this to the media after attending the Budget 2026 Initiative Engagement Session with KPKT Stakeholders here today. Today's event was also attended by KPKT deputy minister Datuk Hajah Aiman Athirah Sabu and secretary-general Datuk M Noor Azman Taib. Nga said that the session attended by over 300 stakeholders received 55 proposals and views from over 30 representatives of associations, professional bodies and community organisations, including the Real Estate and Housing Developers' Association Malaysia (REHDA), National House Buyers Association, volunteer fire teams and Rukun Tetangga. "We will formulate all the input received to be submitted to the Ministry of Finance on Sept 4, to ensure Budget 2026 continues to benefit the people," he said. Nga said that KPKT will introduce over 10 new initiatives under Budget 2026, including focusing on public infrastructure projects with a target of 10,000 public facility projects to be implemented next year. 'Based on an excellent track record, last year, we completed 6,611 projects including parks, markets, food courts, hawker centres and public toilets. Therefore, we aim to double the allocation for BP1 (Federal Small Allocation) to at least RM500 million," he said.
Barnama
a day ago
- General
- Barnama
Laman MADANI In Mantin Provides Recreational Space For Over 30,000 Residents
NILAI, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- More than 30,000 residents in Mantin can now enjoy their own recreational space following the completion of Laman MADANI last March. State Local Government, Housing and Transport Development Action Committee chairman J. Arul Kumar said the project was driven by the community's need for a large-scale recreational area, which had been lacking compared to other districts. He added that the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) allocated RM500,000 for the construction of Laman MADANI, while the pedestrian walkway, also costing RM500,000, was managed by the Seremban City Council (MBS).
The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
RM113 bln sick and abandoned housing projects revived by KPKT
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 1,171 private housing projects worth RM113.55 billion have been revived by the Task Force for Sick and Abandoned Private Housing Projects (TFST) under the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT). Deputy Minister Aiman Athirah Sabu stated that this achievement involved the revival of 139,848 housing units since TFST's first meeting in 2023. She added that, as of June this year, TFST successfully revived 244 private housing projects covering 27,101 units with a gross development value (GDV) of RM21.07 billion. TFST also completed five abandoned projects involving 887 units worth RM55.74 million by ensuring they obtained the Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC). The completed projects include Taman Meru Makmur and Pangsapuri Impian Meru in Klang, Selangor, as well as Taman Mega 1 in Kemaman, Terengganu. Other revived projects are Taman Desa Kempas Phase 3 in Tebrau, Johor, and Taman Megah Edora in Bachok, Kelantan. Aiman Athirah noted that TFST is currently monitoring 233 delayed, 360 sick, and 109 abandoned private housing projects nationwide. Regarding the Residensi Hektar Gombak project, she confirmed positive progress with Bina Permai Sdn Bhd accelerating construction through overtime work. - Bernama
