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The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia takes lead in shaping cities of tomorrow
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is set to lead the region's urban development agenda as it prepares to host three landmark events under its 2025 Asean Chairmanship, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. He said the events would serve as strategic platforms to strengthen city-level diplomacy, promote policy innovation and position Malaysia as a regional thought leader in sustainable urbanisation. 'We are unveiling three landmark events – the Asean Sustainable Urbanisation Forum (ASUF), Asean Governors and Mayors Forum (AGMF) and Meeting of Governors and Mayors of Asean Capitals (MGMAC) – that will shape Asean's urban future, turning Kuala Lumpur into a regional hub for innovation. 'As the Asean chair and newly appointed UN-Habitat Assembly president, Malaysia embraces the dual role as a regional convener and global advocate for sustainable urban development,' he said during the pre-launch ceremony and the unveiling of Prasarana and GoKL buses as official transport partners yesterday. Held under the theme 'Asean Future Cities and Regions: Inclusivity and Sustainability', the events are expected to draw over 8,000 participants, including governors, mayors, policymakers, youth and private sector leaders. Nga said the forums will focus on four key pillars: climate resilience, inclusivity and public well-being, digital transformation and sustainability through partnerships. 'They are not merely abstract ideals, but blueprints grounded in real case studies, actionable solutions and policy recommendations, empowering leaders to respond to urban challenges with clarity and commitment.' The programme will include eight technical visits, five stakeholder assemblies, a 100-booth urban exposition and over 150 sessions and forums led by more than 200 experts from Asean and beyond. Nga emphasised the ministry's commitment to inclusivity, noting that 6,000 participants have already registered, with 200 Asean youth volunteers selected from countries including Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand. 'This is a true expression of democratic urban governance. The event belongs to everyone – from governors and mayors to children, youth, women, academics and the private sector.' During the ceremony, he introduced Prasarana and GoKL buses as 'moving ambassadors' for the upcoming forums, aimed at raising public awareness and engagement in the lead-up to August. Nga also paid tribute to KL Mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif for taking on the role of host city, commending KL City Hall's commitment to ensuring seamless execution across infrastructure, logistics and outreach. 'With just 30 days to go, I urge all stakeholders to move forward with unity and pride in making ASUF, AGMF and MGMAC 2025 a milestone for sustainable and inclusive urban growth in Asean.'
The Star
4 days ago
- Business
- The Star
M'sia leads sustainable city charge
Charting course: Nga attending the pre-launch ceremony for the three Asean events with Prasarana Malaysia Bhd and GoKL as official transport partners, in Kuala Lumpur. — KAMARUL ARIFFIN/TheStar KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is set to become the centre for sustainable urban development in the region with the pre-launch of three major events under its Asean chairmanship. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming, who disclosed this, said that the Asean Sustainable Urbanisation Forum, Asean Governors and Mayors Forum, and Meeting of Governors and Mayors of Asean Capitals will take place here. Organised by the ministry, he said the three annual events were planned from Aug 10 to 15 under the theme 'Asean Future Cities and Regions: Inclusivity and Sustainability'. Nga said the events would focus on four core aspects – developing climate-resilient cities; inclusive, healthy and caring cities; digital transformation and innovation; and possible collaborative pathways to sustainability in the region – in over 150 forum sessions. 'These will not merely be abstract ideals; it will be presented as blueprints anchored in actionable solutions, real case studies and policy recommendations. 'This will empower leaders and participants to respond to urban challenges with clarity and commitment,' he said at the pre-launch ceremony for the three events yesterday. Nga said over 8,000 participants were expected to attend, adding that they would include mayors, governors, academia and private sector leaders from over 500 cities across the region and the world. 'This is not just an honour; it is a testament to the world's trust in our values and vision to advance inclusive, people-focused and sustainable urban development. 'This is a golden opportunity for us to demonstrate our commitment and dedication to advancing sustainable urban development not only at the national level but also across the region. 'This could be the defining chapter in both Malaysia's and Asean's story in transforming our cities into beacons of sustainability, inclusivity and hope,' he added, inviting more local partners, institutions, individuals and urban actors to join in. The minister said Prasarana Malaysia Bhd and GoKL Buses would be the official transport partners for the events.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
KL to become regional hub for urban innovation, says Nga
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is set to lead the region's urban development agenda as it prepares to host three landmark events under its 2025 Asean Chairmanship, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. He said the events would serve as strategic platforms to strengthen city-level diplomacy, promote policy innovation, and position Malaysia as a regional thought leader in sustainable urbanisation. 'We are unveiling three landmark events—the Asean Sustainable Urbanisation Forum (ASUF), Asean Governors and Mayors Forum (AGMF), and Meeting of Governors and Mayors of Asean Capitals (MGMAC)—that will shape Asean's urban future, turning Kuala Lumpur into a regional hub for innovation. 'As Asean Chair and newly appointed UN-Habitat Assembly President, Malaysia embraces its dual role as a regional convener and global advocate for sustainable urban development,' he said during the pre-launch ceremony and the unveiling of Prasarana and GoKL buses as official transport partners today . Held under the theme 'Asean Future Cities and Regions: Inclusivity and Sustainability', the events are expected to draw over 8,000 participants, including governors, mayors, policymakers, youth, and private sector leaders. Nga said the forums will focus on four key pillars: climate resilience, inclusivity and public well-being, digital transformation, and sustainability through partnerships. 'These are not merely abstract ideals, but blueprints grounded in real case studies, actionable solutions, and policy recommendations—empowering leaders to respond to urban challenges with clarity and commitment,' he said. The programme will include eight technical visits, five stakeholder assemblies, a 100-booth Urban Expo, and over 150 sessions and forums led by more than 200 experts from Asean and beyond. Nga emphasised the ministry's commitment to inclusivity, noting that 6,000 participants have already registered, with 200 Asean youth volunteers selected from countries including Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand. 'This is a true expression of democratic urban governance. The event belongs to everyone—from governors and mayors to children, youth, women, academics and the private sector,' he said. During the ceremony, he also introduced Prasarana and GoKL buses as 'moving ambassadors' for the upcoming forums, aimed at raising public awareness and engagement in the lead-up to August. Nga also paid tribute to Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Paduka TPr. Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif for taking on the role of Host City, commending DBKL's commitment to ensuring seamless execution across infrastructure, logistics and outreach. 'With just 30 days to go, I urge all stakeholders to move forward with unity and pride in making ASUF, AGMF and MGMAC 2025 a milestone for sustainable and inclusive urban growth in Asean,' he said.
Malay Mail
07-06-2025
- General
- Malay Mail
Jalan Raja to close partially for a week for liveability, pedestrian access study as DBKL plans more walkable city centre
KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will carry out a trial partial closure of Jalan Raja from June 9 to 15 to improve public space in the city centre. In a statement, DBKL said the affected stretch is in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, starting from the Jalan Tun Perak junction to the Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman intersection. According to the New Straits Times, the initiative aims to make Kuala Lumpur more liveable, organised and pedestrian-friendly. 'The partial closure of Jalan Raja will provide wider and safer spaces for pedestrians, especially families, children, the elderly and persons with disabilities,' DBKL said. Light vehicles from Jalan Raja (inbound) will still be allowed to turn right into Jalan Tun Perak. However, vehicles from Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman and Jalan Tun Perak will not be allowed to enter Jalan Raja. DBKL said directional signboards and enforcement personnel will be on-site to assist road users in adapting to the changes. Go-KL and RapidKL Hop On Hop Off bus routes will also undergo temporary changes during this period. 'Passengers are advised to check with their respective service operators for updated route and stop information,' the statement said. DBKL said the plan aims to improve comfort for public space users and help revitalise the Dataran Merdeka area as a hub for arts, culture and social activities. 'At the same time, the improved environment is expected to boost the local economy by offering opportunities for small vendors, creative entrepreneurs, and the urban tourism industry to thrive.' 'By making the city centre less congested and more focused on human interaction, Kuala Lumpur can progress toward becoming a more balanced, inclusive, and identity-rich metropolitan city.' DBKL is conducting a public survey to gather feedback from residents about the trial closure. The survey is available here. 'All feedback received will be reviewed and used as the basis for assessing the effectiveness of this trial and for making decisions on long-term implementation in the future.'
