Kuala Lampur, May 5 -- not in overcrowded, crumbling flats or flood-prone slums." - United Nations Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

MAY 5 - Malaysia is at a crossroads. For too long, our urban centres - once proud symbols of growth and diversity - have been allowed to crumble under the weight of neglect, outdated infrastructure, and poor planning. If we continue to ignore this, many of our neighbourhoods will slip further into decay, dragging down the quality of life for millions.

The Urban Renewal Act (URA) is our opportunity to reverse that decline. It is not about luxury condos or gentrification - it is about ensuring that ordinary Malaysians have access to safe, decent, and liveable homes. It is about fixing what's ...