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HP reaffirms commitment to invest in Penang

The computer maker has been in Malaysia, notably Penang since 1972.

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MBPP to work with Nestle on environment conservation efforts

Rajendran said that recycling can help reduce the carbon footprint and enhance the greenery efforts which are now undertaken by both local authorities in Penang...

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Penang gears up for ageing society status with new medical equipment

The latest is for shockwave therapy, aimed at alleviating joint and knee pains, especially among senior citizens.

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Penang offers to become financial hub for ASEAN

The Chief Minister said that Penang has recorded strong economic integration with her ASEAN neighbours

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Asean-BAC renews push for Asean Business Entity initiative 

Its chairman Tan Sri Nazir Razak said more cross-border business initiatives can be derived from this 

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Penang considering a 50 per cent hike in hotel service fees

Visitors staying in four-star hotels and above now pay RM3 per night for the tax, while those in three-star and below are charged RM2.

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Penang to introduce ‘package solution’ to ease traffic congestion

The chief minister is concerned that the congestion may worsen as work for new highways and the LRT progresses

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Penang LRT project expected to play major role in easing traffic woes

Transport specialists proposed that Penang begin limiting car use in the state, as traffic flow is expected to worsen.

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SRS Consortium awarded contract for first segment of Penang's LRT project

MRT Corp in a statement cited that this milestone marks a significant step in constructing Penang’s first LRT line.

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Penang traffic woes remain a priority this year

MBPP is also looking at the possibility of introducing a two-hour parking rate for areas with high demand.

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Penang’s Pan-Island Link 1 crucial for long-term progress, says state exco

Zairil Khir Johari said it is designed to tackle traffic congestion and enhance connectivity across the island

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Services sector an important player in nation’s economy, says deputy finance minister

The domestic  F& B industry achieved an impressive revenue of RM228.66 billion, with projections to grow at a compound annual rate of 7.95% from 2023 to 2027.