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China investors still bullish on Malaysian real estate
BY YANG HANBut private developers remain active, even though they might find it difficult to send money abroad to buy development land in Malaysia, as Sarkunan Subramaniam, managing director of Knight Frank Malaysia, noticed. “I know a large private developer from China, who even after the...
Westports on RM10bil expansion
On the move: The largest port operator in the country is considering options from the debt market such as sukuk and other forms of borrowings to finance the expansion besides using internally-generated funds. — BernamaPETALING JAYA: Westports Holdings Bhd is expected to invest up to RM10bil to...
Clear your head when buying a property
BY VIKTOR CHONGviktor@mystar.com.myWhy following the trend might not be a good ideaPETALING JAYA: When it comes to property purchase, one should not buy because many others are buyings, as the "majority" is usually not wealthy, said Mastery Asia Sdn Bhd chief executive officer See Kok...
WCT defers REIT, eyes RM2b KL-Klang Bus Rapid Transit project
KUALA LUMPUR: CIMB Equities Research said although WCT’s de-gearing initiatives remain largely on track, it was disappointed that the real estate investment trust (REIT) plans have been deferred to 2Q18 due to land and tenancy matters.“Overall, we conclude that the stock lacks strong...
Penang’s reclamation project still awaiting federal nod
By R. SekaranGEORGE TOWN: Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng is questioning why Penang’s reclamation project has not been given the go-ahead yet while approval has been given to other states for their projects.“Johor, Melaka and Kedah with bigger reclamation projects compared to Penang already have...
Tourism Malaysia: Take advantage of sweet September
BY HEMANANTHANI SIVANANDAMPETALING JAYA: Take advantage of the multiple public holidays in September and enjoy the scenic beauty of the country on “cuti-cuti Malaysia” outings – that’s the message from Tourism Malaysia.Its domestic and events senior director Datuk Ammar A. Ghapar said...
Celebrate the colours of Merdeka at GSC Melawati
The launch was attended by famous celebrities and Abang Long Fadil's casts, cheering up the cinema halls. - Photo credit: GSC FacebookKUALA LUMPUR: GSC celebrated Merdeka and Malaysia Day with the launch of its latest 10-screen cinema at Melawati Mall. Proudly Malaysia-themed, the launch featured...
Malaysia-China ties to see a ‘diamond era’
Optimistic: Dr Huang is bullish about the future of Malaysia and China’s bilateral relations.While Malaysian businesses were helping China in the 1980s through the 1990s, China is playing a vital role in the Malaysian economy now. Dr Huang Huikang, China’s Ambassador to Malaysia, gives his...
Setia Alam’s new jewel ‘Rimba Villa’ by S P Setia shines bright
SETIA ALAM : If solitude and bliss in a lush landscape of verdant forestry are your idea of the perfect abode, then look no further as S P Setia presents Rimba Villa located in its flagship township Setia Alam’s exclusive forested enclave. Over 300 invited guests were given a glimpse of the...
Head to Bentong to refresh your lungs
For a good cause: Liow and Bentong Municipal Council president Datuk Mohd Shahid Ismail (right) presenting food aid to Rahim Utah (left) at Kampung orang asli Cinta Manis to celebrate Merdeka in Karak.BENTONG: Tired of the smog in the Klang Valley? Look no further than Bentong for fresh air to...