Latest news with #Zaliha
The Sun
9 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Kota MADANI that aligns with chase city vision to be developed in Putrajaya
PUTRAJAYA: Kota MADANI, a city envisioned with integrated artificial intelligence technology, efficient digital infrastructure, and a green mobility system, is set to be developed in Putrajaya, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories), Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa. She said the development concept for Kota MADANI Putrajaya was presented to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim earlier today. 'This development is a long-term strategic investment in shaping Putrajaya's future as a model city that upholds MADANI values and aligns with the vision of a CHASE City. 'With a land area of 102 acres, Kota MADANI will feature 10,000 units of residential quarters to accommodate over 30,000 residents, designed as high-density vertical housing,' she said in a statement. On January 1, Dr Zaliha announced the CHASE City vision, aimed at transforming all three Federal Territories into cities that are Clean, Healthy, Advanced, Safe, and Eco-Friendly. Dr Zaliha said Kota MADANI will serve as the foundation for a low-carbon city that upholds the principles of sustainability, well-being, and public safety. 'InsyaAllah, the groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for June 26. Thank you to the Prime Minister for his confidence and insightful views in refining the strategic direction of Kota MADANI as a catalyst for more human-centric and progressive urban renewal,' she added.
The Sun
9 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Kota MADANI that aligns with chase city vision
PUTRAJAYA: Kota MADANI, a city envisioned with integrated artificial intelligence technology, efficient digital infrastructure, and a green mobility system, is set to be developed in Putrajaya, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories), Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa. She said the development concept for Kota MADANI Putrajaya was presented to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim earlier today. 'This development is a long-term strategic investment in shaping Putrajaya's future as a model city that upholds MADANI values and aligns with the vision of a CHASE City. 'With a land area of 102 acres, Kota MADANI will feature 10,000 units of residential quarters to accommodate over 30,000 residents, designed as high-density vertical housing,' she said in a statement. On January 1, Dr Zaliha announced the CHASE City vision, aimed at transforming all three Federal Territories into cities that are Clean, Healthy, Advanced, Safe, and Eco-Friendly. Dr Zaliha said Kota MADANI will serve as the foundation for a low-carbon city that upholds the principles of sustainability, well-being, and public safety. 'InsyaAllah, the groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for June 26. Thank you to the Prime Minister for his confidence and insightful views in refining the strategic direction of Kota MADANI as a catalyst for more human-centric and progressive urban renewal,' she added.
The Star
7 days ago
- Business
- The Star
KK-Labuan ferry resumes operations with first trip at capacity
Hajiji (right) with Zaliha at the launch of the jetty and ferry service at KK Port's CIOS Terminal on May 27. – BERNAMApic LABUAN: The Labuan-Kota Kinabalu-Labuan express ferry service officially resumed operations on Wednesday (May 28), restoring a crucial transport link after a suspension of more than three years because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Labuan-based Kinabalu Express departed the Labuan International Ferry Terminal (LIFT) at 10am at capacity. The return trip from Kota Kinabalu is scheduled for 8am Thursday (May 29). The vessel can accommodate 212 passengers, offering 146 economy and 66 business class seats. Daily trips will continue until Tuesday (June 3) to coincide with the Harvest Festival and school holidays. From June 4 onwards, the ferry will operate every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with possible adjustments based on demand. A promotional fare campaign is being conducted until Aug 3 in conjunction with the Borneo Flora Festival (BFF), aimed at encouraging ridership. During this period, Malaysians may buy tickets for RM35 (adults) and RM22.50 (children), while business class fares are RM45 and RM27.50 respectively. Foreign passengers will be charged RM80 (adults) and RM45 (children) for economy, and RM90 and RM50 for first class. Standard fares will apply from June 4, with slight increases across categories. Tickets are available online at and can also be purchased at LIFT or the Jesselton Point ticketing counters in Kota Kinabalu. Prior to the pandemic, the route served up to 120,000 passengers annually. LIFT chief executive officer Noor Halim Zaini, when met on Wednesday, hoped the ferry's return would spur regional tourism and help revitalise Labuan's local economy. On Tuesday (May 27), it was reported that Putrajaya had approved a RM1.3mil allocation for Kota Kinabalu Port jetty repair and upgrading works as a prerequisite for restoring the express ferry service with Labuan. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa said improved connectivity between the two areas would stimulate growth across various sectors and strengthen the Bornean states' economic bloc. "…this express ferry service carries great significance as it is set to become a catalyst for the regional economic, social, and developmental networks, including reinforcing family ties, facilitating the community's daily affairs, supply chains, and local socio-economic dynamics," she said at the jetty and passenger ferry launching ceremony by Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor at Kota Kinabalu Port. – Bernama
The Star
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Putrajaya-Selangor boundary to be finalised by year-end
SHAH ALAM: The boundary delineation exercise between Putrajaya and Selangor should be finalised by the end of this year, said Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. 'So far, the delineation process in Putrajaya is nearly completed (involving) areas such as Sepang and Kuala Langat, while areas (near) Kuala Lumpur like Ampang, Petaling Jaya and Subang will take a little more time because it involves more a complex delineation exercise,' he told Bernama after officiating the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) Teacher's Day celebration here yesterday. He was commenting on a meeting between a delegation led by him and Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa at Menara Seri Wilayah, Putrajaya here. At the meeting, Dr Zaliha raised the issue of resolving the delineation between Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, as well as Putrajaya and Selangor, to ensure more integrated border enforcement. Amirudin said that at the meeting, the Selangor government requested that 10% of an Islamic cemetery land area in Hulu Semenyih, Selangor, which is owned by the Federal Lands Commissioner, be opened up for local residents who wish to be buried there. He hopes that this effort will resolve cemetery land management issues under the administration of the federal government but located near Selangor residential areas. Dr Zaliha said the opening of a new Islamic cemetery in Hulu Semenyih could meet the need for Muslim cemeteries in Kuala Lumpur for another 28 years. Meanwhile, on a different matter, Amirudin said the proposal to raise the mandatory retirement age from 60 to 65 is still at the preliminary stage, adding that the matter needs to be further scrutinised. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said had previously proposed that the government consider raising the mandatory retirement age from 60 to 65.
Borneo Post
27-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
RM1.3 mln for KK Port jetty upgrade
Hajiji (right) and Zaliha (second right) after the launching of the Kota Kinabalu-Labuan jetty and passenger ferry service. – Bernama photo KOTA KINABALU (May 27): The federal government has approved an allocation of RM1.3 million for the Kota Kinabalu Port jetty repair and upgrading works as a prerequisite for restoring the express ferry service between Kota Kinabalu and the Labuan Federal Territory. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories), Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa, said that improved connectivity between the two areas will stimulate growth across various sectors and strengthen East Malaysia's economic bloc. '…this express ferry service carries great significance as it is set to become a catalyst for the regional economic, social, and developmental networks, including reinforcing family ties, facilitating the community's daily affairs, supply chains, and local socio-economic dynamics,' she said. She was speaking at Tuesday's Kota Kinabalu-Labuan jetty and passenger ferry launching ceremony, officiated by Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor at Kota Kinabalu Port here. The passenger ferry service operations were suspended for three years due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Dr Zaliha said that students, patients, traders, and civil servants were affected during that period, and increased costs and longer travel times also impacted their welfare and daily productivity. However, she said, the travel time between the two locations can now be reduced to around three hours compared to the previous five hours. She said that over 400,000 trips were recorded via the sea routes, specifically Menumbok and Sipitang, in 2024 for various purposes, including employment, education, healthcare, and family matters, while more than 145,000 journeys were recorded in the first four months of this year. 'With the launch of this route, the total projected sea travels between Sabah and Labuan are expected to increase to 500,000. This will generate economic spillovers and revive the coastal economy, particularly in the food, transportation, accommodation, and retail sectors,' she added.
