In 2019, I was part of a focus committee tasked with discussing proposed amendments to the Strata Management Act 2013 (SMA 2013). However, these amendments did not proceed to Parliament.In July 2024, I was appointed as an internal advisory panellist by the Ministry of Housing and Local...

Sunway Iskandar Sdn Bhd (SISB), the southern arm of Sunway Property, has formalised a partnership with GreenRE, one of Malaysia’s leading green building certification bodies. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone for SISB, making it the first developer in Johor to...

During a recent visit to the UK, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim formally launched Brabazon Bristol, one of the UK’s largest and most ambitious brownfield developments. This Copenhagen-inspired project will transform the historic Filton Airfield site into a vibrant 15-minute...

City developer SkyWorld Development Bhd (SkyWorld) has been recognised with a Gold award in the Property Development category at the 2024 Putra Aria Brand Awards. Winning Gold for the second consecutive year, this recognition highlights SkyWorld’s position as a trusted property developer for...

Eastern and Oriental Bhd (E&O) has launched waterfront serviced residence Maris, located in the Gurney Green district on the Andaman Island township in Penang. The freehold development has a gross development value (GDV) of close to RM700 mil.

The future is looking bright for Malaysia’s commercial real estate market. Powered by the influx of interest in data centres and strengthened by the industrial and logistics divisions, commercial real estate is emerging as a strong driver for the property industry.

Kickstart the Year of the Snake with a blend of tradition and celebration as leading property developers host vibrant Chinese New Year events. These gatherings offer a perfect opportunity to embrace cultural heritage while fostering a sense of community. From thrilling lion dance performances to...

Malaysia and Singapore have signed the JS-SEZ agreement on Jan 6, 2025, following which, a tax incentive package was unveiled two days later. JS-SEZ was first announced in November 2023. The infographic charted what happened on the ground in the year 2024 leading to the agreement signing.

On the first day of the year, a new law to steer the nation on the course of energy efficiency came into effect. The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act 2024 (EECA) is a law under the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry and was passed in June last year. It represents one of the...

As we usher in 2025, Malaysia’s property market is on a bullish trajectory. However, while this spells good news for property owners and investors, it is shaping up to be a tough year for those who have yet to get on the property ownership ladder.