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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to addressing long-standing infrastructure deficiencies in Rengit, pledging improvements to healthcare facilities and water supply as part of Pakatan Harapan's campaign for the Johor state election.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has clarified that the proposed expansion of the South East Johor Development Authority (KEJORA) focuses on coordinating regional development rather than acquiring land, with 96 per cent public backing.
Pakatan Harapan's Guna Balakrishnan is making infrastructure renovation and rural job creation his centerpiece in the Layang-Layang state contest, citing persistent flooding and inadequate lighting as key voter concerns.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officially inaugurate the completed LRT3 Shah Alam Line on Sunday, June 28. The 37.8-kilometre transit system serving two million residents along its 20-station corridor is now ready for passenger operations.
Indonesia deepens defence cooperation with France and arrests a major online fraud fugitive. Myanmar's agricultural exports accelerate while the Philippines prepares for strategic talks in Canada. Singapore and Vietnam advance infrastructure and cultural initiatives.
The death toll from a warehouse collapse in Kolkata's Taratala area has reached 11 as rescue efforts continue. West Bengal's Chief Minister has ordered a comprehensive audit of building approvals and suspended construction work in multiple districts.
Labuan has inaugurated an upgraded public recreation park following a RM495,382 investment, transforming a previously underutilised downtown area into a modern facility for community wellness and leisure activities.
Selangor's Menteri Besar has instructed local authorities to comprehensively review public transport connectivity, pledging additional state funding to improve pedestrian infrastructure and reduce reliance on private vehicles.
Malaysia is investing RM25.2 million in the first phase of a solar-powered LED street lighting project targeting 32 accident-prone highway locations across the country, with 3,000 light poles to be installed by November 2024.
Malaysia's water regulator SPAN is investigating a fatal accident at Saujana 1 water tower in Kuala Selangor where a maintenance worker drowned on June 16, with preliminary findings suggesting confined-space safety procedure violations.
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Malaysia's Light Rail Transit 3 line will commence operations on June 29 following an official launch ceremony on June 23, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim officiating. The 37.8km route will serve two million residents across the Klang Valley.
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Selangor has finalised all land arrangements for Port Klang's third terminal on Pulau Carey, covering over 1,700 hectares. The project now hinges on Federal Government approval regarding port ownership and jurisdiction.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will formally inaugurate the Light Rail Transit Line 3 Shah Alam extension during a Sunday ceremony, ahead of the line's operational debut the following day.
Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi signals a strategic departure from Malaysia's highway-expansion model, calling instead for intelligent connectivity between transport modes and tighter integration with public transit systems.
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Sarawak officials signal potential court action over the stalled Tambirat Waterfront project as Phase One falters, risking delays to Phase Two expansion and a major sporting event.
The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities has invested RM100,000 in upgrading SK Bendang Kering in Kuala Kangsar under a school adoption programme, enhancing learning facilities and implementing academic initiatives.
Domestic Trade Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali has inspected water supply stabilization projects in his Papar constituency, overseeing capacity expansions and addressing recent operational disruptions caused by raw water turbidity problems.
Southeast Asian nations are accelerating diplomatic engagement and infrastructure development. Germany strengthens ties with Indonesia, while ASEAN members tackle border trade, maritime disputes and energy cooperation amid regional growth initiatives.
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Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has appealed to the federal government to expedite Johor Bahru's rapid transit system, positioning it as essential preparation before the RTS Link commences operations.
Australia's ASX has admitted to making misleading statements about its troubled CHESS software upgrade and agreed to pay A$20.5 million in penalties, subject to Federal Court approval.