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Seoul residents and visitors frequently encounter sudden sewer odours despite the city's decade-long mitigation efforts. Experts say the problem persists because Seoul relies on complaint-driven approaches rather than proactive, systematic infrastructure upgrades.
Selangor is pursuing an ambitious housing programme targeting 200,000 affordable units, with over 133,000 already completed or in progress. The scheme includes rental-to-ownership incentives and enhanced public transport connectivity.
Kuala Lumpur's new LaLaport Transportation Hub at Bukit Bintang City Centre consolidates services from approximately 30 bus operators, with initial capacity for 3,000 daily passengers expandable to 10,000. The facility integrates multiple transport modes including express buses, airport shuttles, and connections to LRT and Monorail networks.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall is investing RM45 million to expand the Cheras crematorium with three additional units, starting February 2026. The two-year project aims to meet rising demand from the capital's non-Muslim population.
Jakarta's plan to build 'love lock' bridges as a beautification project has ignited debate among residents and experts who argue the city should prioritise urgent infrastructure needs like pedestrian safety and railway crossing protection.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has postponed the submission deadline for amendments to the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 until August 7 at 5 pm, allowing property owners and developers additional time to prepare documentation.