Summary
- Federal government approves 280 development projects worth RM33.22 billion.
- RM2.68 billion allocated for project implementation in 2027.
- Projects include flood mitigation, road upgrades and water resource development.
GEORGE TOWN, October 20 — Penang has secured approval for 280 federal development projects worth RM33.22 billion under Budget 2027, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced.
The projects comprise 44 new initiatives and 236 ongoing developments, with RM2.68 billion allocated for implementation next year.
Four state-priority projects worth RM96.95 million include flood mitigation works in Sungai Kelang Ubi and Sungai Perai, upgrades to Jalan Bukit Tambun and groundwater resource development.
Chow welcomed the approvals and reaffirmed Penang’s commitment to strengthening federal-state cooperation, including plans to establish the Penang Technology Financial Centre.
