Rawang’s commercial property scene was playing out like a tale of two towns: the timeworn charm of Old Town around Jalan Maxwell versus the fresh energy of Bandar Baru Rawang.

Noteworthy:

• Freehold
• Built-up size: 732 sq ft
• Floor location: High
• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
• Unfurnished
• Nearby amenities: Wangsa Walk Mall, Melawati Mall, Columbia Asia Hospital, Gleneagles Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Dinding Hike Trail, FairView International School 
• Accessibility: MRR2, AKLEH, DUKE, Jalan Genting Kelang

When: July 2025

Many stakeholders and potential clients still view culture as a “nice to have”—only worth investing in after basic needs are met.

Noteworthy:

• Leasehold
• Land size: 130,680 sq ft
• Nearby amenities: KPJ Kuala Selangor Specialist Hospital, SJK (C) Ijok, Taman Seri Ijok
• Accessibility: LATAR Expressway, West Coast Expressway

When: June 2025

“These seven iconic landmarks will soon be revitalised to showcase Malaysia’s heritage and culture." 

The roadmap introduces a comprehensive overhaul of manufacturing licences, to align industry growth with actual demand, technological shifts, and national decarbonisation goals.

The 16th International Conference on World Class Sustainable Cities (WCSC 2025) will be held on Sept 30 at Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur.

Malaysia’s housing overhang wasn’t blowing up in numbers, but it was shifting.

From Jan 1, community service orders of up to 12 hours within a six-month period will be imposed on offenders involved in minor littering, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said.

High-density residential plans are being approved without proper research on demand, leading to further pressure on oversupply, says an expert.