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PENANG is positioning itself to become a national hub for the drone industry and Low-Altitude Economy (LAE), leveraging its strong electrical and electronics (E&E) ecosystem, technical expertise and growing...
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Penang to streamline 18 GLCs into 11 clusters
THE Penang government is stepping up efforts to strengthen governance and accountability among its government-linked companies (GLCs), with a focus on improving operational efficiency and aligning their functions with...
PENANG must use the next five years to prepare its people for a shift towards public transport, with changes in travel habits needed alongside the development of the Mutiara...
THE Penang government offers housing under the People’s Housing Programme (PPR) to those who genuinely struggle to own a home, allowing them to rent the units for three years...
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Lim urges state rep to verify facts before raising issues in State Assembly
STATE Social Development, Welfare and Non-Islamic Religious Affairs Committee chairman Lim Siew Khim has urged Heng Lee Lee (PH – Berapit) to ensure that statements raised in the State...
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Penang awaits probe findings into fatal Paya Terubong landslide
THE Penang government is awaiting the findings of an investigation into the fatal landslide in Paya Terubong before deciding on further action, with authorities also reviewing safety measures and...
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Penang increases MPKK allowances by RM4.5mil annually from January 2027
THE PENANG government will increase allowances for members of the Village Community Management Councils (MPKK) from January 2027, involving an additional annual allocation of RM4.5 million. State...
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Penang sets sights on youth empowerment, sporting excellence and healthcare improvements under Budget 2027
PENANG is stepping up efforts to strengthen youth development, improve sporting performance and enhance public healthcare services under the 2027 state budget, with a focus on addressing key challenges...
