Johor MB: 42 data centre projects worth RM164.4b greenlit as of 2Q
Johor has emerged as the nation’s leading data centre investment hub with 42 projects worth RM164.45 billion approved as of the second quarter (2Q) this year.
RM113 bil worth of sick, abandoned private housing projects revived—KPKT
A total of 1,171 private housing projects with a gross development value (GDV) of RM113.55 billion have been revived by the Task Force for Sick and Abandoned Private Housing Projects (TFST) under the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT).
Zaliha: Malaysia promotes CHASE City vision for sustainable Asean urban development
Malaysia on Tuesday called on Asean nations to adopt an integrated urban planning approach, which balances environmental stewardship, social well-being, and economic competitiveness through the CHASE City framework.
Asean urban growth must balance prosperity with equity—Fadillah
Asean must ensure that the prosperity generated by rapid urbanisation is shared equitably among all communities and not achieved at the expense of the vulnerable, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Works Ministry seeking higher funding for infrastructure repairs in Budget 2026, says Nanta
The Works Ministry is seeking a higher allocation in Budget 2026 to upgrade the nation’s main infrastructure, particularly major highways and federal roads.
13MP construction projects will focus on use of modern technology—Amir Hamzah
Amir Hamzah said this approach is expected to accelerate project completion time, reduce wastage of building materials, and lower the overall construction cost.
Johor first state to adopt Tier 4 data centre tech, says MB
As of June 30, 2025, Johor Special Water (JSW) has received requests for alternative water supply totalling 136 million litres per day from data centres in the state.
Urban development must be balanced, sustainable and inclusive—deputy minister
Urban development in Malaysia must be inclusive and involve all stakeholders to ensure sustainability and community well-being, said Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu.
Malaysia's construction sector growth at 12.9% with work done worth RM43.9b in 2Q—official data
Malaysia’s construction sector maintained steady growth of 12.9%, with the value of work done reaching RM43.9 billion in the second quarter of 2025, following a 16.6% increase in the previous quarter, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia.
Miti to develop standards for steel use in buildings—Liew
The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (Miti) will work with the relevant agencies to establish standards for steel use in buildings, Deputy Minister Liew Chin Tong said on Saturday.
