Summary
- Hill Trace hawker site in George Town identified for redevelopment.
- Nearly RM700 million allocated for local authority small projects nationwide.
- Improvements include public markets, stalls and community facilities.
KUALA LUMPUR, October 9 — The Hill Trace hawker site in George Town, Penang, has been identified for redevelopment under Budget 2027 as part of the government’s efforts.
To improve public facilities and support small businesses. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that nearly RM700 million will be allocated for small projects involving local authorities nationwide.
Including upgrades to public parks, toilets and hawker stalls. The initiative also covers the redevelopment of selected hawker centres and markets,
Including the Jalan Chui Yin Hawker Complex in Bentong, Pahang, and Pasar Buntong in Ipoh, Perak. However, the budget speech does not specify how much funding will be allocated to the Hill Trace project,
The redevelopment timeline or whether existing hawkers will need to relocate temporarily during construction.
