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EMC has begun construction of its first southeast asian manufacturing plant in Penang

Elite Material Co. Ltd. (EMC), headquartered in Taiwan, has begun construction of its first Southeast Asian manufacturing plant in Penang Science Park North (PSPN). The plant will focus on producing copper-clad laminate (CCL) materials, essential components in complex printed circuit boards (PCBs) and integrated circuit (IC) substrates. This development underscores Penang's ... Read More
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Don’t open another can of worms with urban renewal law

By Datuk Chang Kim Loong Is the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) capable of monitoring and taking on the challenge of the proposed Urban Renewal Act in the name of redevelopment? With the current number of abandoned housing schemes or problematic projects, have the authorities not failed in ... Read More
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SITE PROGRESS: GEM Residences (Jun 2024)

About GEM Residences GEM Residences, a commercial development by Belleview Group at Prai, Penang. It is part of the company's 6 hectares mixed development along Jalan Baru, diagonally opposite Megamall Penang. Next to it will be the upcoming largest mall in the northern region - GEM Mall, the tenant mix include ... Read More
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Revamped MM2H now open for applications

The revamped Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme, requiring agents and overseas counterparts to register, is now open for applications, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. The Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister said the latest version of the MM2H programme has three tiers which prospective applicants could apply for, depending ... Read More
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SJK(C) Boon Beng seeks funds for infrastructure projects

Due to a significant increase in pupil enrollment over the years, SJK(C) Boon Beng in Sungai Bakap is currently raising funds to build a new school building and multipurpose hall. Headmaster Tan Saw Hoon stated that the proposed new school building and multipurpose hall would be constructed on the existing ... Read More
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MBPP opens online applications for market stalls

Online applications for renting stalls at Penang Island City Council (MBPP) markets, food complexes, and hawker sites for June is now open from June 15 to 23. MBPP councillor Tan Soo Siang stated that applicants who do not register during this period will not be eligible for the online interview session ... Read More
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Why Penang chooses elevated LRT over other public transport options

Over the years, the Penang State Government has evaluated various public transport systems, such as Light Rail Transit (LRT), Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit (ART), and on-ground trams. After assessing costs, infrastructure, commuter habits, system features, models from other cities, and expert analysis, the government decided on ... Read More
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Penang undertakes RM10mil maintenance of high-risk slopes to ensure road safety

Twelve high-risk slopes that were identified by the state Public Works Department (JKR) are currently undergoing maintenance works at a cost of RM10,002,000, Penang Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari said. The exco man, who held a media conference at one of the maintenance sites in Tanjong Bunga ... Read More
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Penang Turf Club votes to dissolve and sell prime land

The Penang Turf Club (PTC) has voted to sell its historic land in Batu Gantong following an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on Monday. The motion to dissolve the club was overwhelmingly supported, with 146 members in favor and only three against. With the current market value of commercial land in ... Read More
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Penang LRT project specs come under federal purview

Any decision on the specifications of the Penang light rail transport (LRT) will be made by the Transport Ministry as it is a Federal project, says Anthony Loke. The Transport Minister said that an announcement will be made once the specification is finalised. "With all due respect, the state government ... Read More