Malaysia plans strategic housing development near public transport
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that such a housing development concept will not only provide more strategic residences for low-income groups but also pave the way for a more sustainable and organised urban lifestyle.
Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks at the Malaysia MADANI Scholars’ Forum (FIM) Series 6 at Menara Prasarana. (Photo: BERNAMA)
Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has proposed that new people's housing projects be developed on or near public transport stations, as a move to encourage more comprehensive use of the public transport system.
At the Malaysia Madani Scholars’ Forum (FIM) Series 6 themed “Transport for the People: Balancing Affordability, Quality, and Sustainability of Public Transport”, Anwar said that such a housing development concept will not only provide more strategic residences for low-income groups but also pave the way for a more sustainable and organised urban lifestyle.
There are proposals to develop housing directly on top of public transport stations, but this requires certain amendments to laws, he stated.
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