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Infrastructure development

2026 outlook for Asia-Pacific: The unseen engineering holding progress together – Norbert Hentschel

Regional Managing Director and APAC Regional Managing Director of BU Nord-Lock at Nock-Lock Group explores how precision bolting solutions are critical to supporting regional infrastructure, energy transitions, and supply chain resilience in Asia-Pacific's transformative year ahead

Anwar unveils RM470bil 2026 Budget, focusing on operational stability and strategic investments

The 2026 Budget allocates RM338.2 billion for operational needs and RM81 billion for development, with a focus on long-term growth despite global challenges

Can Mutiara LRT line transform Penang’s transport, economy? Here’s an explainer

The RM13bil endeavour aims to tackle congestion, enhance connectivity, and spark economic growth across the island

Budget 2024: RM1.63 bil to transform rural infrastructure, electricity, water supply

The government has allocated RM1.63 billion to address the infrastructure needs of rural areas and to bridge the regional divide.

Infrastructure boost: post-state elections set to propel development of key projects

The Mass Rapid Transit 3 project, the Bayan Lepas Light Rail Transit, and the Pan Borneo Highway are some infrastructure projects that could see further development post-state elections, said RHB Investment Bank Bhd.

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The Formula for F1’s return to Sepang – Dr Helmy Haja Mydin

The biggest race turnout at the SIC to date is enough cause to consider a resurrection of the Malaysian GP

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Shadow AI in public sector raises questions over governance and data security – KV Soon

Concerns emerge over the use of AI agents linked to an official work email, highlighting the need for stronger oversight, accountability and safeguards

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