Penang Monthly

Penang Monthly, by Penang Institute, is the voice of Penang, offering insights on its people, politics, economy, culture, and society, with a focus on local and national issues for curious Malaysians.

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Jewel of Muscat

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AMIDST THE USUAL assortment of tankers, ferries and fishing boats, the 18-metre Jewel of Muscat was an anachronism: made completely out of wood with not a single nail used, and hailing all the way to Penang from Qantab, Oman.

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Speakers’ Square

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Kwong Wah Yit Poh“ Lend me your ears...”As trite a saying as that may be, Penangites are taking advantage of Speakers’ Square at Esp...

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Charting a new direction

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The book 'Pilot Studies for a New Penang' offers a perspective on the future of Penang's future, through the lense of local planning, governance reform, housing, industrial development, health care, education, employment, job creation and social justice.

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Placing heritage on the map

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When George Town was listed as a World Heritage Site (WHS) on July 7, 2008 (together with Malacca), the city’s profile as an international cultural tourism destination rose instantly.

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Events

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CHARITYFlex your creative muscles for a good cause for Charis Hospice’s No One Journeys Alone (NOJA) Charity Photo Contest 2021. Showcase through...

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Events

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RUNSign up for the virtual Run with Flying Colours - Pass It On to show your support this International Women’s Day (IWD). Or join the video conte...

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Helping Refugees Fight Covid-19

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In our February issue, we discussed the establishment of Médecins Sans Frontières in Penang and in Malaysia, its work with vulnerable communities...

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Events

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CULTURECelebrations and festivals are joyous occasions for many, but did you know that they often generate much waste as well? In conjunction with the u...

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Events

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CALL FOR ENTRYGeorge Town Festival 2021 is currently seeking submissions for its upcoming photography exhibition, Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow. With the t...

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The Penang Green Agenda 2030

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“WE ARE ON the precipice of inflicting seismic harm on Mother Nature. If left unchecked, our collective behaviours and actions will lead to more devastati...

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Penang Enhances Governance and Prepares for Socio-economic Recovery (Sept-Dec 2020)

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Penang2030, C4: Accelerating programme delivery and institutional reformsThe Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect the world. The situation in Wuhan, China sh...

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The First 2020 Update on Penang 2030

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A YEAR AND a half has come and gone since chief minister Chow Kon Yeow announced his vision for the state.The vision, Penang2030: A Family-focused Green and S...

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