Ian McIntyre

Around 65 Chinese companies operate in Penang, while China remains Penang's second-largest trading partner

The scheme was launched last year and there are up to four million Malaysians listed under the gig (informal sectors) economy and self-employed.

This revised quit rent came on the heels of the state's landmark move to reclassify 25 neighbourhoods from rural to urban localities

However, quit rent for both land and strata title owners would also need to be revised from rural to urban,

A total 2.018 million tourists arrivals were recorded over the first eight months of this year, compared to 1.96 million over the same period last year.

Langkawi Businesses Association deputy president Datuk Issac Alexander said the safety of tourists should always be of paramount importance.

To push ahead with its green agenda, the state will host the Green Summit scheduled for October 31 and November 1 this year.

She said the Malayan tiger is not just a symbol or a national treasure and with fewer than 150 remaining in the wild, it stands on the verge of extinction.

They claim hotels recorded a brisk occupancy rate and ferry operations reported almost full trips throughout the holidays.

Chow said this amendment is important to increase the efficiency of district administration and state development by 2030

MoA signing between Asia Ocean Resources and Penang Port marks strategic leap for Malaysia’s blue economy

Among the grouses raised by MAH are the safety and security of guests at such stays, especially over fire code safety regulations.