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The Sun
17 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Ministry to roll out bold housing reforms
PETALING JAYA: The Housing and Local Government Ministry is set to roll out bold housing reforms under the Madani government's agenda to raise industry standards, promote social integration and ensure equitable access to quality living nationwide. Speaking at the Kuala Lumpur Architecture Week (KLAW) 2025, its minister Nga Kor Ming unveiled a series of initiatives, including a proposed 'pay-per-use' model for maintenance fees in future affordable housing projects. Residents will be issued access cards to track monthly usage of shared facilities. The concept will be piloted at the Rumah Bakat Madani project by Skyworld Pearlmont in Penang, which features an infinity pool, pickleball and badminton courts, gyms and a children's playground. Nga said the model could become a blueprint for upcoming public housing developments which may also include vertical schools to enhance educational access in marginalised areas. He said to accelerate construction innovation, the ministry plans to involve private developers in setting up industrialised building system facilities, with a focus on modular techniques such as prefabricated prefinished volumetric construction. He added that these reforms align with the principles of Malaysia Madani as well as the country's role as UN-Habitat Assembly president, and champion sustainable urban development, waste reduction and pollution control. Nga also emphasised the role of architecture in revitalising heritage buildings by blending preservation with contemporary design. KLAW 2025 serves as a curtain-raiser for the Asean Real Estate Conference and an exhibition – Archidex set to take place this week. The events, to be held at Mitec and KLCC, are expected to attract over 50,000 international visitors and generate RM2 billion in transactions. Meanwhile, the launch of Rumah Malaysia, a flagship affordable housing initiative, marks a major milestone in the government's reform drive. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the project goes beyond bricks and mortar and aims to foster national unity and communal harmony. 'I hope Rumah Malaysia becomes a true model of integration, where communities of all backgrounds live and interact together, reflecting the ideals of a Madani society.' Nga described the Rumah Pakat Madani project as the largest affordable housing development in the country's history, comprising 37,368 units by SkyWorld – 6,368 in Seberang Jaya and 31,000 in Batu Kawan, Penang. Though affordably priced, the homes will include five-star amenities. Schools and key services will be within walking distance, reducing car dependence, a hallmark of people-centred, sustainable planning. To improve liveability, SkyWorld will implement its Healthy Home concept, incorporating natural lighting, improved ventilation and cooler indoor environments, alongside green communal spaces that encourage a healthier lifestyle.
Barnama
4 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Public Service Seminar And Games Reaffirm Malaysia-Singapore Ties
By Nur Ashikin Abdul Aziz SINGAPORE, July 19 (Bernama) -- The 10th Joint Seminar and 41st Public Service Games between Malaysia and Singapore held from July 18 to 20 in Singapore continues to serve as a platform to reaffirm the relations between public services of both countries. Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said the programme has been resumed following the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. Traditionally, it has been hosted by Malaysia and Singapore in turns. bootstrap slideshow Among others, he said, delegates at this round of the programme exchanged views on how to better deliver public services for the benefit of all. 'Last held in 2018 in Malaysia and stopped due to COVID-19, we decided to reactivate the two programmes this year after six years of absence to rejuvenate the ties between public sector leaders from both countries,' he told Bernama during a dinner reception hosted by the High Commissioner of Malaysia to Singapore, Datuk Dr Azfar Mohamad Mustafar, at Rumah Malaysia on Friday. Shamsul Azri said the seminar themed 'Leading Change: A Trusted and Effective Public Service for the 21st Century' saw the exchange of views on three main focus areas, namely economic reform and regulation, social reform, and public sector reform towards empowering a nimble and high-impact public service. He said through the programme, Malaysia intends to learn from the Singapore public service, in particular in the areas of the republic's digitalisation and public service reform effort. 'Singapore's civil service has been ranked as number one in Oxford University's Blavatnik Index of Public Administration. So, we hope to learn from them how to be more efficient and effective,' Shamsul Azri said. According to a statement from the Prime Minister's Department, the 41st Public Service Games saw delegates battle it out in bowling and table tennis and took place in full muhibbah and sporting spirit.
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Zahid calls on Malaysian professionals abroad to return and rebuild nation
WELLINGTON: Malaysians working abroad, especially engineers and other professionals, are being encouraged to return home and contribute to nation-building. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said low salaries in Malaysia have pushed many to seek opportunities overseas. During his visit to Victoria University of Wellington (VUW) yesterday, he said that he had received a letter from a Malaysian student in New Zealand requesting job opportunities upon graduation. "I received a paper proposing that all students studying abroad be offered employment when they return to Malaysia. "I replied, asking, who will give them jobs? The High Commissioner of Malaysia to New Zealand, Mazita Marzuki, said we would discuss it further," Zahid said. He said that while Malaysia needs about 60,000 engineers annually, the demand is not currently being met. "Therefore, I urge you to return to our country, especially those in engineering and other professional fields. "In law and accountancy too; come back to Malaysia," he said at a meet-and-greet event with more than 250 members of the Malaysian community here. Also present was High Commissioner Mazita Marzuki. At the event, Zahid announced a contribution of NZ$100,000 (RM251,379) to Rumah Malaysia, referring to the Malaysian Embassy in New Zealand. In his speech, Zahid advised Malaysian students not to rely solely on classroom learning. He encouraged them to assimilate with their surroundings and the local culture. "I am very proud of our youth here. "They represent Malaysia's best image. "What's important is that you don't only learn what is taught in class or lectures, learn from your surroundings. "Assimilate with the local community. "Understand their culture, particularly the Māori culture," he said.
Barnama
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Govt Considers Adapting Maori Empowerment Model To Amend Aboriginal Peoples Act
GENERAL From Ahmad Erwan Othman WELLINGTON, July 16 (Bernama) – After more than seven decades without review, the Aboriginal Peoples Act 1954 (Act 134) is now being amended, drawing inspiration from the empowerment model of the Māori community in New Zealand, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said that among the key elements introduced by the New Zealand government — and potentially adaptable in Malaysia — are land ownership rights, more inclusive access to education, and the establishment of dedicated financing agencies to support indigenous entrepreneurship. 'This Act 134 is 71 years old, and many aspects need to be re-examined. Here in New Zealand, we are not only looking at land ownership issues, but also rights in education, business and financing,' he said at a press conference at Rumah Malaysia here today. However, Ahmad Zahid stressed that New Zealand's approach could not be adopted wholesale, as it must be adapted to suit the needs and realities of the Orang Asli community in Malaysia. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Minister of Rural and Regional Development, is on a five-day working visit to New Zealand, which ends on Friday. -- BERNAMA
