News by BERNAMA

The federal government is reviewing all proposals and recommendations to address rising construction material costs following tensions in West Asia, Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan said.

Singapore has introduced the Cross-Border Railways (Border Control Co-Location) Bill to support the operationalisation of the upcoming Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link.

Chow said the state will not wait for the full reclamation of the island’s 930.777 hectares before moving ahead with topside development.

Individuals can submit applications by obtaining a tax identification number (TIN) and logging in via the MyTax portal.

The Penang government will conduct a legalisation programme for People’s Housing Projects (PPR) and State Rental Homes, which have rental arears exceeding RM2 million.

A total of 34 previously sick projects under PR1MA Malaysia Corporation have been completed, enabling 22,925 buyers to finally receive their homes after years of waiting.

Sunway Bhd (KL:SUNWAY) plans to implement joint procurement in construction as part of its short-term strategy within nine months of acquiring IJM Corporation Bhd (KL:IJM).

The Penang state executive council has agreed to a revised mechanism for determining the annual quit rent rates aimed at reducing the financial burden on landowners.

The group provides digital construction planning services, using 3D models to help developers, consultants and contractors design and manage projects more efficiently.

Chow said he will also comply with Loke’s directive not to discuss the issue in the media to avoid negative perceptions and impacts on the party leaderships and the state government as a whole.