REDEFINING MALAYSIA’S REAL ESTATE LANDSCAPE

UEM Sunrise Bhd, the township and property arm of UEM Group Bhd (UEM Group), aims to redefine Malaysia’s real estate sector with a focus on sustainable living and future-ready developments. This ambition is exemplified by its groundbreaking master development in Johor, where 2,428ha of land are optimised to meet residential and industrial needs. Guided by its “Form...

Govt reviewing logistics vehicle replacement policy to enhance road safety, says Loke

REMBAU: The Transport Ministry is reviewing the policy on the replacement of vehicles used in logistics services to improve road safety, says Anthony Loke. "We want to encourage the purchase of new lorries," the Transport Minister told a press conference here on Monday (Aug 12). "A more comprehensive policy will be introduced to guide the private sector,...

Setia celebrates 50th anniversary

CELEBRATING a landmark 50 years in property development, Setia has marked this significant milestone with a grand celebration, reflecting on its five decades of innovation and growth. To ring in the 50th-anniversary festivities, Setia organised a vibrant event, dubbed “Celebrating Spaces” at Oval Lawn in Setia Park City, Setia Alam on July 21, to commemorate the...

Sabah has lots to offer Japanese investors in green energy and chipmaking, says minister

KOTA KINABALU: Japanese investors have been invited to explore potential stakes in Sabah's renewable energy sector and semiconductor industry. State Industrial Development and Entrepreneurship Minister Datuk Phoong Jin Zhe said Sabah could offer them a conducive environment. “We have been working closely with the Japanese Ambassador to Malaysia, His Excellency Takahashi Katsuhiko, and Japanese trade associations, including...

PM: Embracing ESG needs mindset change, not just regulatory compliance

KUALA LUMPUR: Embracing environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices requires a shift in mindset and is more than just complying with regulations, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. According to Anwar, it is crucial to recognise that achieving net zero carbon emissions requires a collaborative effort involving the government, the private sector and Malaysians themselves. "This...

Star Media Group takes home three gold and one silver at MPI Awards

KUALA LUMPUR: The Star Media Group (SMG) has topped the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI)-PETRONAS Malaysian Journalism Awards (HKM) 2023, held on Friday (June 7). The annual journalism award night at the Majestic Hotel saw nominations from the country's media publications, television, radio, and online platforms. Among the winners from SMG's publication, The Star, was Hassan Bahri, who...

M’sia recorded RM132.6bil in approved investments for first half of 2023, says Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR: The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (Miti) expects approved investments to record stronger growth in the second half of 2023 (2H2023), on track to hit its annual target, after achieving RM132.6bil worth of approved investments in the first half of 2023 (1H2023). "I am pleased with our achievement in 1H2023, securing RM132.6bil, representing 60.3%...