The government is taking proactive steps to ensure that the construction industry remains competitive and sustainable, amid expectations of rising tender prices, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Even if it is against the state's interest, the land title for the Duta enclave — the 263.27-acre (106.54-hectare) land in Mukim Batu that currently hoses various government complexes and facilities — has to be transferred back to Semantan Estate (1952) Sdn Bhd as it is the right thing to do, according to the High Court judge who directed that the deed be done.

I agree with this concern, and would like to draw further attention to a deeper underlying mess (poverty of elegance) between several Acts, ministries and government agencies in Malaysia, which participate in, or act as counterparts to the business of “property management”. Here I draft out three key issues, and for prettiness, some charts.

SkyWorld Development Bhd won multiple awards at the QUEST 2024 event organized by the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia, today.

The Ministry of Education (MOE) has received approval for 35 new projects valued at RM716.4 million, involving the construction of additional buildings for the Special Integrated Education Programme (PPKI) nationwide next year, including two new special education schools.

The government has approved an allocation of RM1.092 billion to the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) under the Fifth Rolling Plan 2025 to fund 70 projects to be carried out next year.

Noteworthy:

• Freehold
• Built-up size: 9,000 sq ft
• 2 bathrooms
• Unfurnished
• Nearby amenities: Johor Bahru Senai International Airport, Johor Premium Outlets, KPJ Bandar Dato’ Onn Specialist Hospital, and schools
• Accessibility: North-South Expressway, SDE, Senai Highway, Jalan Lapangan Terbang, J8 Jalan Seelong, Persiaran SAC

When: July 2024

Al-Sultan Abdullah said that all old buildings or premises need periodic inspection to ensure they are safe to live in.

"With a significant 75% share within the JV, Gamuda’s share of the contract value is RM3.2 billion."

“Based on data from the National Property Information Centre, there was a significant increase in property management activities in the first half of 2024 compared to 2023."