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Malaysian Reserve
4 hours ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Chow: Penang has enough industrial land for next 10–15 years
GEORGE TOWN — Penang still has 809.4 hectares of industrial land available to support the state's economic development for the next 10 to 15 years, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. He said in addition to new sites, the available land includes areas undergoing reclamation, sites in the request-for-proposal process, and others at various stages of readiness for long-term use. 'Although there is a perception that industrial land is running out, the reality is that Penang still has a sizeable land bank that can be developed. Land is not an issue. 'For example, the Batu Kawan Industrial Park, which spans over 404.7 hectares, has taken more than 15 years to develop since 2008,' he told reporters after launching the Penang Industrial Master Plan 2030 today. He clarified that the current demand is relatively moderate, averaging around 40.4 hectares annually, and not all new investments require new land, as many investors utilise remaining space within their existing factory sites for expansion. When asked about the state's revenue from industrial land sales, Chow said the returns were minimal and not the main priority. 'What matters more is the investment value generated. For instance, in the first quarter of this year, we recorded RM13 billion in total investments in various forms, including new land acquisitions, existing factories, digital investments and more,' he said. Meanwhile, Chow said the state government plans to establish Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQs) within industrial areas to accommodate demand for foreign labour, as part of the newly launched Penang Industrial Master Plan 2030. 'We're taking a holistic approach because industrial development goes beyond just land. It requires supporting infrastructure such as utilities, talent, ports, airports and also well-planned CLQs or worker dormitories within industrial zones,' he said. Chow described the master plan as a timely move to drive the transformation of Penang's industrial sector and strengthen the state's position as a preferred investment destination in the region. He said the plan also takes into account key infrastructure projects such as the expansion of the Penang International Airport and the development of green and smart technology hubs to support the electrical and electronics sector. The Penang Industrial Master Plan 2030 outlines three core pillars, supported by nine high-impact projects, as well as short-term initiatives that include seven quick wins and 28 supporting projects. — BERNAMA
Barnama
5 hours ago
- Barnama
Account Executive Loses Over RM100,000 To Phone Scam
JOHOR BAHRU, June 20 (Bernama) -- An account executive lost RM139,565 after falling victim to a phone scam syndicate impersonating a police officer. Muar deputy police chief Supt Muhammad Aidil Roneh Abdullah said the 40-year-old woman first received a call in January from someone claiming to be an insurance company representative, accusing her of being involved in a fraudulent claim. 'The call was then transferred to another individual posing as a police officer from the Dang Wangi District Police Headquarters, who claimed the victim was linked to 21 police reports involving a non-existent investment scheme and that an arrest warrant had been issued,' he said in a statement today. Muhammad Aidil said the victim was instructed to open a bank account for investigation purposes and to deposit funds into it to resolve the matter. Convinced by the claims, the woman shared her bank card details and made 30 transactions between Jan 31 and June 17. 'The victim realised she had been scammed after all the phone numbers that had contacted her became unreachable. 'The woman filed a police report yesterday, and the case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code,' he said. -- BERNAMA
Sinar Daily
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Sinar Daily
Veteran singer Zaleha Hamid dies
Her remains will be laid to rest at the Kassim Noor Muslim Cemetery in Kampung Sungai Danga, Johor Bahru after Friday prayers. 20 Jun 2025 09:03am Veteran singer Zaleha Hamid KUALA LUMPUR - Veteran singer Zaleha Hamid, who rose to fame in the 1980s, died due to a lung infection at Sultanah Aminah Hospital in Johor Bahru at about 8.30pm yesterday. She was 70. Her husband, Ungku Sulaiman Ungku Aziz, confirmed the news when contacted by Bernama. "My wife was admitted to the hospital on the second day of Hari Raya Aidiladha. Around 6pm yesterday, she began experiencing shortness of breath while we were feeding her milk through a tube. "She had been bedridden since suffering a stroke in 2020,' he said. Ungku Sulaiman said her remains will be laid to rest at the Kassim Noor Muslim Cemetery in Kampung Sungai Danga, Johor Bahru after Friday prayers today. Besides her husband, Zaleha is survived by three children and six grandchildren. A celebrated singer and entertainer in Malaysia and Singapore, she was recognised as one of the pioneers of dangdut music and was fondly known as the Queen of Dangdut. Among her popular songs were Jangan Segan Segan, Jangan Kau Tangiskan, Nasib Janda, Sesejuk Airmata Ibu and Dangdut Reggae. She also recorded duets such as Inang Aidilfitri with the late Datuk Sudirman, Sesuci Kasihku Semurni Cintamu with Aziz Ahmad and Joget Burung Merpati with Herman Tino. - BERNAMA More Like This
Sinar Daily
10 hours ago
- Business
- Sinar Daily
GST not suitable for implementation yet because Rakyat's income still low
Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, said the government did not completely reject the proposal to re-implement the GST, but the ability of low-income people must be taken into account first because the taxation system has a comprehensive impact. 20 Jun 2025 10:40am Anwar said the government believes that the re-implementation of GST should only be considered when the average income of the people has increased to a more reasonable level of at least RM4,000 a month. - Bernama file photo PUTRAJAYA - The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is an efficient and transparent taxation system, but it is not yet suitable for re-implementation because the rakyat's income threshold is still low, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, said the government did not completely reject the proposal to re-implement the GST, but the ability of low-income people must be taken into account first because the taxation system has a comprehensive impact. Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, said the government did not completely reject the proposal to re-implement the GST, but the ability of low-income people must be taken into account first because the taxation system has a comprehensive impact. - Bernama photo "We postponed (GST) because the income of the people was still too low. My opinion at the time was that people with an income of RM2,000 were still affected although we gave some exemptions.' "Sugar and rice are not affected, but when people buy other goods or ride the bus, indirectly GST (is imposed) meaning it is comprehensive,' he said during the Finance Ministry's monthly assembly here today. Anwar said the government believes that the re-implementation of GST should only be considered when the average income of the people has increased to a more reasonable level of at least RM4,000 a month. - BERNAMA More Like This
New Straits Times
11 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
DPM Fadillah taps into global energy, water ties on Uzbekistan-Russia tour
TASHKENT: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof's official working visit to Uzbekistan and Russia is expected to expand Malaysia's strategic network in the fields of energy and water at the international level. Fadillah, who is also Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, will be on a working visit to both countries from June 21 to 28. The ministry said that apart from enhancing the Malaysian delegation's understanding of modern nuclear energy technology, the working visit is also an initiative to attract investors and strengthen cooperation and aspirations of Madani Malaysia through the formation of constructive bilateral relations. It added that the visit also reflected Malaysia's commitment to forming global strategic partnerships to address future energy and water challenges. "It demonstrates the country's active role in exploring resilient and sustainable solutions through knowledge sharing, technology and foreign investment," it said in a statement today. Among the contents of the visit to Uzbekistan from June 21 to 24 is a courtesy call on Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to discuss bilateral affairs and efforts to expand cooperation in the fields of energy and sustainable development. In addition, the joint meeting with Uzbekistan's Energy Minister Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov will focus on discussions on technical cooperation and investment in renewable energy. In Russia from June 25 to 28, he is scheduled to attend a bilateral meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak to discuss strategic cooperation in the field of energy. Fadillah is also scheduled to conduct a technical visit to the ROSATOM Nuclear Power Plant in St Petersburg to review the latest nuclear technology and international safety standards. – BERNAMA
