Budget 2025: Penang To Benefit From Elevated Highways, LRT And Airport Expansion

GEORGE TOWN, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Penang is poised to reap significant benefits from a series of crucial development projects highlighted in Budget 2025 unveiled by Prime Minister Datuk Anwar Ibrahim in the Dewan Rakyat today.

Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow described these projects as a vital boost for the state, catering directly to the needs of its residents.

Anwar today announced the launch of several key initiatives for Penang, including the Juru and Sungai Dua Elevated Highway projects, the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT), the expansion of Penang International Airport (LTAPP) and the Batu Kawan Industrial Park 3.

“In addition, the establishment of a new Urban Transformation Centre (UTC) in Seberang Perai is set to enhance the quality of public services currently offered at UTC @ Komtar.

“In terms of education, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is delving into semiconductor artificial intelligence (AI), aligning with Malaysia's emerging status as a global semiconductor hub. This initiative will bolster the university's capabilities and attract further investment opportunities to Penang,” Chow said in a statement today.

On the development of ‘wakaf’ land by the federal agency, UDA Holdings Berhad (UDA) in Penang, Chow expressed the state government's full support for the initiative.

He said this aligns with requests from various parties, including non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in the state, to redevelop Malay settlements and increase their land ownership in Penang, particularly on the island.

Chow also hoped that the implementation of all projects announced by the Prime Minister will be expedited and adhere to the scheduled timeline.

-- BERNAMA