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Penang exco denies claim 365 foreign-owned units sold below ceiling price, says figures misinterpreted

Kuala Lampur, May 14 -- GEORGE TOWN, May 14 - The Penang state government has denied allegations that 365 units of properties in the state were sold under the set ceiling price for foreigners, as alle... Read More


Penang will not raise taxes or service charges to boost revenue, says Chow Kon Yeow

Kuala Lampur, May 14 -- GEORGE TOWN, May 14 - The Penang state government will not burden the people through sudden hikes in taxes or service charges in order to increase state revenue, said Chief Min... Read More


Litterbugs in Penang to sweep streets, collect rubbish under community service order from July 1

Kuala Lampur, May 13 -- GEORGE TOWN, May 14 - Those caught littering from July 1 onwards will have to pick up rubbish, sweep streets, and collect solid waste in public areas under the Community Servic... Read More


Pollution in Sungai Kereh caused by multiple factors, not just pig farms, says Penang exco

Kuala Lampur, May 12 -- GEORGE TOWN, May 12 - The longstanding pollution issue in Sungai Kereh in Kampung Selamat, Seberang Perai Utara, is caused by multiple factors such as agricultural activities, ... Read More


Penang shifting to high-value investments, digital economy to cut reliance on federal funds, says CM

GEORGE TOWN, May 12 -- The Penang government it focusing on high-value investments, tourism, the digital economy and new economic sectors as part of a long-term strategy to reduce dependence on the fe... Read More


Penang open to hosting music rave festivals with right venues, budget, sponsors, says exco

GEORGE TOWN, May 12 -- The Penang state government is ready to host a music rave festival in the state with appropriate locations, budget and sponsors, said state exco Wong Hon Wai. The state tourism... Read More


Penang urged to clarify REE policy amid concerns over defence-linked use and InvestPenang governance

GEORGE TOWN, May 11 -- The Penang government has been urged to take a clear stance to ensure that rare earth elements (REE) from the state are not used for weapons-related purposes. Ong Ah Teong (PH-... Read More


Penang sees surge in medical tourists, revenue crosses RM1.1b in 2025

GEORGE TOWN, May 11 -- Penang recorded strong growth in its medical tourism sector, with foreign patient numbers rising to 527,176 in 2025. State executive councillor for tourism and creative economy... Read More


George Town gazettes 35 heritage items, eyes Unesco recognition for Penang traditions

Kuala Lampur, May 11 -- GEORGE TOWN, May 11 - The Penang government has gazetted seven cultural heritage arts items and 28 traditional food items this year under the Penang State Heritage Enactment 20... Read More


Penang opposition leader alleges Chief Minister Incorporated accounts not fully audited

GEORGE TOWN, May 11 -- Penang Opposition Leader Muhammad Fauzi Yusoff has alleged that the accounts of government-linked corporations, Chief Minister Incorporated (CMI), was not fully audited. He sai... Read More