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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Desa Pandan traders to meet DBKL over delayed infrastructure upgrade
KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will hold a follow-up meeting with traders in Desa Pandan tomorrow to address concerns over the delayed infrastructure upgrade project. The session aims to find alternative solutions under the 'Lestari Niaga' initiative. Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif confirmed the 3 pm meeting will include Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa and Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, who is also the Titiwangsa MP. 'We have no issue going to the ground to meet the traders,' Maimunah said after accompanying Communications Minister Gobind Singh Deo on a visit to the Kuala Lumpur Command and Control Centre (KLCCC) today. The demolition work, initially set for July 15, was postponed due to disruptions. Last week, Dr Zaliha instructed DBKL and the Federal Territories Department to negotiate with traders and propose relocation options. Maimunah dismissed allegations of bias in DBKL's decision-making, stating that all actions were based on technical assessments, traffic studies, and public feedback from four engagement sessions. 'The road-widening proposal dates back to 2017, following complaints about congestion and narrow lanes. Since then, we've studied alternatives and revised the plan based on residents' input,' she said. - Bernama
The Star
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
KL mayor: Include women in decision-making spaces
A NEW whole-of-society approach is needed to empower women across all economic sectors to unlock the full potential of the 'sheconomy'. This, Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif said, would drive inclusive, sustainable development in the Asean region. She said women must be included in decision-making spaces and recognised as key architects of change, especially in city-level transformation where daily life is most affected. Dr Wan Azizah (seated centre) and guests with attendees of the Asean 2024 WEF at the Miti building in Kuala Lumpur. 'The 'sheconomy' is not a parallel economy. It is a reimagining of our whole economy, powered by inclusion. 'Inclusion is not charity; it is good policy,' she said in a Bernama report. Maimunah was speaking at a plenary session titled 'Asean Women Leading Social Change: Integrating Social Goals with Economic Growth in the 'sheconomy'', at the Women Economic Forum (WEF) Asean 2025 held at the Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (Miti) building in Kuala Lumpur. Maimunah, a former executive director of UN-Habitat, said it was key to embed gender equity into urban governance, budgeting and service delivery. She said this aligned with the Asean Gender Mainstreaming Strategic Framework 2021-2025 and stressed the importance of having Kuala Lumpur put the framework into practice by ensuring better housing, transport and public health policies serve women. Maimunah also shared initiatives by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) through the Safe City Programme, which includes the installation of 10,000 closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras and improved street lighting. 'These efforts are not just for safety, but for dignity and inclusion. 'We are creating safer zones, better transit points and walkable neighbourhoods centred on women's mobility. 'In 2024, crime dropped by 15% in the upgraded areas and women reported feeling safer,' she said. Despite the progress, she said only 10% of local councils in Malaysia are led by women. Maimunah added that the private sector plays a crucial role in unlocking the potential of the 'sheconomy' by elevating women into leadership positions, fostering inclusive innovation and building supportive workplace cultures. 'Gender-smart investing, mentorship programmes and targeted support for women-led start-ups, particularly in the green and digital sectors, are how we activate the 'sheconomy'. 'Academia plays a part too, by producing gender-disaggregated data, training women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), governance as well as documenting what works. 'Communities must be empowered. Women entrepreneurs, mothers and youth must be recognised, not just as participants, but as planners and leaders,' she said. Maimunah, who is Kuala Lumpur's first female mayor, said since joining DBKL in August last year, strides had been made to close the leadership gap. She said currently, women make up 29.3% of DBKL staff, 43.6% of professionals, 44% of department heads and 40% of top management, surpassing the 30% benchmark for women representation in top management roles. Maimunah was also conferred the 'Women of the Decade' award alongside Deputy Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Noraini Ahmad by the Prime Minister's wife, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Kuala Lumpur 2040 plan ensures balanced property development for all
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL 2040) prioritises balanced urban growth, ensuring no community is left behind as the city develops. Mayor Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif emphasised that the plan follows the 'Kuala Lumpur for All' principle, promoting equitable opportunities across society. 'MADANI housing and affordable homes are not just slogans, but have been directly integrated into the PTKL 2040 guidelines,' she said in an exclusive Bernama Radio interview. Developers with land exceeding five acres must provide genuinely affordable housing, not just units that appear within budget but remain financially out of reach. The plan also requires at least 30% of land in large-scale residential projects to be reserved for open spaces. This ensures urban residents enjoy better living conditions and environmental sustainability. A detailed zoning map specifies designated areas for residential, commercial, industrial, and green spaces. 'This prevents haphazard development and protects existing communities from being marginalised,' Maimunah explained. PTKL 2040 is more than a physical blueprint—it serves as a guide for investors, government bodies, developers, and residents in creating a structured, sustainable, and inclusive city. The plan aligns with the Malaysia MADANI vision, focusing on people-centric progress under the Federal Territory (Planning) Act 1982. Launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on June 24, PTKL 2040 took effect on June 11 and will shape Kuala Lumpur's regulatory framework until 2040. - Bernama
Barnama
6 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
PTKL 2040 Ensures Balanced Property Development, No Community Left Behind
KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL 2040) places strong emphasis on balancing luxury property development with the provision of affordable housing to ensure no community is left behind in the capital's growth. Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif said the plan is anchored on the principle of 'Kuala Lumpur for All', aimed at fostering inclusive and equitable development across all segments of society. 'MADANI housing and affordable homes are not just slogans, but have been directly integrated into the PTKL 2040 guidelines. 'Developers with land exceeding five acres are required to provide genuinely affordable homes - not just homes that people can afford to view, but ones they can truly afford to own,' she said during Bernama Radio's exclusive interview programme today. Maimunah said the plan also mandates that at least 30 per cent of land in any large-scale residential development be allocated for open spaces, to safeguard the well-being and quality of life of urban residents. 'We have a highly detailed proposed zoning map outlining designated areas for residential, commercial, industrial, green spaces and more. This is essential to ensure that development occurs in a balanced manner and does not disadvantage existing communities,' she said. Maimunah stressed that PTKL 2040 is not merely a physical development blueprint, but serves as a key reference for all stakeholders, including investors, government agencies, developers and the community, in shaping a more organised, sustainable and inclusive Kuala Lumpur. 'The plan adopts a holistic approach encompassing physical, social, economic and environmental aspects, with the vision of transforming Kuala Lumpur into a well-planned, resilient and beloved city,' she said. PTKL 2040, which came into effect on June 11, is a comprehensive planning document that will guide the capital's development and regulatory framework until 2040.
The Star
11-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
DBKL launches endowment fund
Dr Zaliha (second from left) and Maimunah (third from left) launching the endowment fund together with Ismadi and Nor Azlina at Insitut Latihan DBKL in Cheras. — LOW BOON TAT/The Star To strengthen fiscal security and ensure sustainable development, Kuala Lumpur City Hall's (DBKL) has launched an endowment fund. It operates on a 'plural funding' model, combining resources from the government and external parties. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa said over the past three years, DBKL's budget had risen by nearly 9%, from RM2.604bil in 2023 to RM2.835bil in 2025. 'The fiscal deficit has widened from RM275.9mil in 2024 to RM325.9mil in 2025. 'More than 62% of DBKL's revenue relies on assessment tax, creating a high dependency on a single source,' she said during the launch of the endowment fund at Institut Latihan DBKL, Cheras. The fund was developed based on the results of a joint study with Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) from last year to early this year. It was established as an alternative financial source to support community development, education, social welfare and environmental conservation in Kuala Lumpur. Dr Zaliha said, 'Besides carrying out functions like urban development and maintenance, DBKL also assists the Federal Territories Department in handling state-like functions such as social welfare, transportation and local community services. 'The burden of these support functions is amounting to over RM140mil annually and increasing each year.' Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif, who was at the launch, said the fund was established as a long-term instrument to support various initiatives in the city in accordance with Section 39(d) of the Local Government Act 1976 (Act 171). 'As of July 2025, we have received RM115,000 from six contributors namely Bank Simpanan Nasional, Mah Sing Group Bhd, TSLaw Land, KLCC Property Holding, Bank Muamalat and Koperasi CoopBank Pertama. 'I hope that more companies, organisations and individuals will contribute towards the DBKL Endowment Fund for the mutual benefit and well-being of the city's residents,' she said. Also present were DBKL executive director (socioeconomic development) Ismadi Sakirin and executive director (management) Nor Azlina Mohd Saad.
