Post Tagged with: "development"

The common good in Penang’s progress
March 2, 2012

The common good in Penang’s progress

For development to truly benefit everyone, consensus must be achieved among the community, private businesses and the government.

Seberang Perai: The adopted child matures
February 26, 2012

Seberang Perai: The adopted child matures

It's time Penang Island took the mainland seriously.

January 31, 2012

A monthly dose of Penangiana

It has now been two years since this magazine, Penang Economic Monthly, was revamped into a new colourful product meant for wider circulation and sale.

The sour fate of Kampung Pokok Asam Jawa
November 14, 2011

The sour fate of Kampung Pokok Asam Jawa

For the villagers of Kampung Pokok Asam, time is quietly running out.

Penang Hill — Nature’s gift to the public
October 6, 2011

Penang Hill — Nature’s gift to the public

With all the projects coming up on Penang Hill, we are in danger of forgetting who the Hill is meant for.

Develop by all means, but not by any means
October 5, 2011

Develop by all means, but not by any means

With the rise in development projects, Penang's unique charm is at stake.

Clarifying the role of politicians in development control
August 3, 2011

Clarifying the role of politicians in development control

Is there too much political interference in local development?

Life on the list
February 22, 2011

Life on the list

Two and a half years after its entry into the World Heritage List, PEM takes a look at how much George Town has changed, and what more needs doing.

Saving Tanjung Tokong
December 8, 2010

Saving Tanjung Tokong

It is the last remaining urban village in the Northeast District. The boom in the properties market now threatens its existence.

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