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"Penang’s waterfront redevelopment will involve multiple stakeholders due to heritage buildings and port assets, with the project set to create public spaces, revive historical sites and support cruise tourism, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke." Penang, 23th January 2026, 01.30pm - The redevelopment of Penang’s waterfront will require strong coordination among multiple stakeholders due to its...

"Hartamas Real Estate has signed an MoU with UCAN Technologies to collaborate on AI-driven solutions aimed at boosting operational efficiency, agent productivity and technology adoption across real estate operations." Kuala Lumpur, 22th January 2026, 03.20pm - Hartamas Real Estate has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with UCAN Technologies Sdn Bhd to jointly develop and implement artificial...

"A lawmaker has called on the government to ускорate the tabling of the long-delayed Residential Tenancy Act, highlighting rising rental dependence among young and urban Malaysians and the need for stronger tenant protection laws." Kuala Lumpur, 21th January 2026, 03.58pm - A Barisan Nasional backbencher has urged the government to expedite the tabling of the long-delayed Residential Tenancy Act...

"JRK Holdings plans an ACE Market IPO to raise funds for working capital and expansion, with projects across Klang Valley and a land bank of 7.33 acres." Kuala Lumpur, 20th January 2026, 10.05am - Property developer JRK Holdings Bhd has filed for a listing on Bursa Malaysia’s ACE Market, aiming to raise funds to support working capital needs and future growth initiatives. According to its draft...

"Malaysia’s MM2H programme is shifting beyond retirement as education and second-home demand drive applications, generating nearly RM900 million in inflows." Kuala Lumpur, 19th January 2026, 02.10pm - The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme is increasingly being used by globally mobile families seeking education access and a secondary base, rather than solely by retirees, according to industry...

"A bill enabling co-located CIQ facilities for the Johor Bahru–Singapore RTS Link will be tabled in Parliament in February, paving the way for operations in 2027." Kuala Lumpur, 16th January 2026, 12.40pm - Legislation to facilitate border control arrangements for the Johor Bahru–Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link will be tabled in Parliament next month, Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew...

"MBSB Investment Bank maintains a positive outlook on Malaysia’s property sector, citing resilient buying interest and steady loan application trends heading into 2026." Kuala Lumpur, 15th January 2026, 03.05pm - MBSB Investment Bank Bhd has reiterated its positive stance on the property sector, citing resilient buying interest that continues to support developers’ earnings prospects. In a...

"Sunway Bhd has proposed a cash-and-share acquisition of IJM Corporation valued at over RM11 billion, aimed at creating a larger construction and infrastructure group." Kuala Lumpur, 14th January 2026, 03.12pm - Sunway Bhd has unveiled plans to acquire IJM Corporation Bhd in a cash-and-share transaction valued at more than RM11 billion, a move that could reshape Malaysia’s construction and...

"Sunway Bhd has proposed a sukuk wakalah programme of up to RM10 billion to fund working capital, capital expenditure and refinancing of borrowings." Kuala Lumpur, 09th January 2026, 02.12pm - Sunway Bhd has proposed the establishment of a sukuk wakalah programme with a limit of up to RM10 billion to support its funding requirements, including working capital and refinancing activities. In a filing...

"Oriental Interest Bhd is acquiring 68.12 acres of land in Bukit Raja for RM80.77 million to expand its Selangor landbank and support future property development plans." Kuala Lumpur, 08th January 2026, 02.39pm - Property developer Oriental Interest Bhd is strengthening its landbank in Selangor with a RM80.77 million cash acquisition of 68.12 acres of land in Bukit Raja. In a filing with Bursa...