GEORGE TOWN, Nov. 29 -- The Transport Ministry has clarified that it has not issued approval for the construction of an aerodrome in the proposed Kulim International Airport (KXP) in neighbouring Kedah.

This was revealed by Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow today, citing the ministry's written parliamentary reply to his previous question.

The Penang lawmaker said the construction of KXP was also subjected to National Airport Strategic Plan (NASP) study where the Kedah government will be required to provide information on realistic and accusation projections on the project to the NASP consultation team.

"The final approval for the construction of KXP will only be considered when the NASP study is completed along with compliance to all...