Summary
- Development spending falls 12.1%.
- RM280.17 million allocated for 2027.
- A total of 514 projects planned.
GEORGE TOWN, November 1 — Penang has allocated RM280.17 million for development spending in 2027, a reduction of RM38.4 million, or 12.1%, compared with 2026.
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the allocation would cover 514 projects involving public infrastructure, community facilities, sports development and strategic economic initiatives.
Priority projects include land acquisition for the Mutiara Line LRT, Airport Link Road and access routes to Silicon Island.
The budget also identifies Gurney Bay Phase 2 and projects under the Penang Transport Master Plan as key development priorities.
