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Malaysia's Works Ministry has committed RM25.2 million to install solar-powered LED street lights at 32 high-risk highway locations, deploying 3,000 poles to improve road safety nationwide under the MADANI Monitoring programme.
Selangor has completed all land arrangements for Port Klang's third terminal on Pulau Carey, involving 1,012 hectares of seabed and 774 hectares of land. However, the project remains stalled pending federal government approval on ownership and port jurisdiction.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will formally inaugurate the Light Rail Transit Line 3 Shah Alam line on Sunday, with the new route commencing regular passenger services the following day.
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has formally approved eight bills passed by Parliament during the first meeting of the fifth session held from January to March. Key legislation includes the Government Procurement Act 2025 and the Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link Act 2026.
Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi says Malaysia is moving beyond heavy highway investment, calling for smarter infrastructure that connects roads with public transport networks.
A scaffolding collapse inside the Doi Luang railway tunnel in northern Thailand's Chiang Rai province has claimed two lives and injured seven workers during construction of a major rail line linking three northern cities.
A train collision near Bedford, north of London, has claimed the life of a driver and left 28 people hospitalized, with nine in critical condition. UK accident investigators have launched a full inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
A new 1,500-capacity mosque will be constructed in Kuala Lumpur's Bukit Bintang district, replacing a temporary prayer space at the Outreach Oasis community centre. Construction begins imminently, with completion targeted for early 2025.
Malaysia's Domestic Trade Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali has reviewed critical water infrastructure projects in Papar, Sabah, addressing supply disruptions caused by raw water quality problems affecting treatment plants.
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The Carey Island port megaproject maintains its development timeline as the Selangor State Government works through final land settlement negotiations, the transport minister confirmed.
Southeast Asian nations are navigating significant diplomatic, economic and infrastructure developments this week. From Germany strengthening ties with Indonesia to Vietnam's airport expansion plans, the region demonstrates both resilience and ambitious growth strategies.
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Johor's chief minister is pressing the federal government to accelerate development of Johor Bahru's rapid transit infrastructure, warning that delays could undermine the region's economic competitiveness as the RTS Link nears completion.
A Johor MP has raised alarm over delays in the e-ART system launch, criticising the Transport Ministry for unclear timelines and insufficient urgency as the RTS prepares to begin operations.
Malaysia's Transport Ministry has launched Shuttle Selatan, a new rail service connecting Kulai, JB Sentral and Pasir Gudang. The service is projected to benefit more than two million residents across the three municipalities with faster journey times and integrated first-mile connectivity.
Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil Rajaji in George Town has received approval for a RM8 million new building at a relocation site in Farlim, addressing severe overcrowding at the 76-year-old institution.