Business, markets and economy news from Malaysia.
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Residents remain unconvinced by developer assurances over a proposed twin 61-storey condominium project on Jalan Bukit Pantai, citing unresolved concerns about traffic congestion, environmental impact, and inadequate assessment reports.
Selangor's Menteri Besar has instructed all local authorities to immediately assess public transport accessibility, pledging additional state funding to improve pedestrian infrastructure and address connectivity shortfalls.
Malaysia's Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan has reaffirmed commitment to building Masjid Warisan opposite the Tun Razak Exchange tower, dismissing calls for cancellation and describing mosques as centres of social harmony.
A contentious late-night pickleball match in Petaling Jaya has triggered renewed pressure on Malaysian local councils to implement stricter oversight of recreational court approvals and enforce operating hours in residential neighbourhoods.