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Medini going ahead with commercial developments

Since its opening in September 2012, Legoland Malaysia has been drawing thousands of visitors daily. Situated in Medini Iskandar, the 76-acre development — also the country’s first international theme park — is constantly hosting events and lively activities. Its mastermind, Medini Iskandar Malaysia Sdn Bhd (MIM), plans to emulate the success of Legoland Malaysia and its other past launches — Mall of Medini and Gleneagles Medini — by introducing commercial office towers in the Medini Iskandar township.

Govt initiative may see sales of property increase slightly

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