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"This is an opportunity to position Malaysia as a key player in the future of construction, driven by innovation, digitalisation and sustainability."

The ministry clarified that the SST revisions effective July 1 do not include any change in the service tax applied to hotel accommodation or F&B served at hotels.

Nga, in his capacity as the UNHA president, made the call in his special address during the WCS 2025, which is being held in Vienna.

He said the amount of property seized involving a Tan Sri also remained the same as previously announced.

The state government remained committed to ensuring full compliance with the EIA process and that any decision on the project would only be made based on the outcome of the assessment.

This initiative is part of the government’s strategic effort to address the rising demand for sustainable and well-equipped housing, particularly for civil servants.

However, the case could be reopened if new evidence or information emerges.

The notice was required to allow SRS Consortium Sdn Bhd, as the main public work contractor for Package 1 of the project, to start according to the plan and schedule.

Amirudin said the move is part of a learning process, and a necessary follow-up action in response to the incident that happened on April 1.

HLIB said global trade policy uncertainty is likely to remain elevated as Malaysia nears the end of its 90-day negotiation with the US.