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NGO invites Chow to a debate over Bayan Lepas LRT system

NGO invites Chow to a debate over Bayan Lepas LRT system

UPDATED 3.12PM | The Bayan Lepas LRT should be regarded as a “white elephant project”, says activist Khoo Salma Nasution.

Penang's first reclaimed waterfront expected to open in early 2021

Penang's first reclaimed waterfront expected to open in early 2021

CM: The waterfront is located on 53.05 hectares of the Gurney Drive foreshore reclamation project.

Penang LRT project public display: 15k say 'aye', 380 say 'no'

Penang LRT project public display: 15k say 'aye', 380 say 'no'

Results of the public responses have been presented to the Land Public Transport Agency, says CM Chow Kon Yeow.
Penang gov't to work on long-term income for fishermen affected by PSR

Penang gov't to work on long-term income for fishermen affected by PSR

We are looking into the best ways to create income for those affected by the Penang Sea Reclamation project, says CM.

PKR teams up with Penang to organise dialogue on Islam, Confucianism

PKR teams up with Penang to organise dialogue on Islam, Confucianism

'We want to start a narrative where people will understand and respect each other,' says Anwar Ibrahim.
Penang CM defends councils' move to hike assessment rates

Penang CM defends councils' move to hike assessment rates

After receiving much flak from the public, Chow Kon Yeow describes the hike as 'reasonable'.
Fisherfolk willing to 'move on' with compensation if PSR has approval

Fisherfolk willing to 'move on' with compensation if PSR has approval

Those who do not want to move on can stand firm on their view, adds CM Chow Kon Yeow.

Aide lodges police report over claim Penang CM ordered MyKad for foreigners

Aide lodges police report over claim Penang CM ordered MyKad for foreigners

He says the claim had been spread through the WhatsApp chat app since yesterday.  

Penang Forum: Are quangos, pangos reason why CM won't meet other groups?

Penang Forum: Are quangos, pangos reason why CM won't meet other groups?

Spokesperson Khoo Salma says it seems Penang gov't no longer welcomes other views after spawning its own quasi-autonomous and party NGOs. 

NGO to address the nexus of business and politics in Penang

NGO to address the nexus of business and politics in Penang

We must work with state gov't to highlight issues ranging from socio-economy to human rights, says Giat.

Penang in no rush for e-hailing motorcycle service

Penang in no rush for e-hailing motorcycle service

Demand for Gojek, offered and mooted by Putrajaya recently, not high enough in the state, says the CM.

Penang will only engage impacted stakeholders on PSR

Penang will only engage impacted stakeholders on PSR

CM Chow Kon Yeow insists that the state government will take note of NGO feedback.

16 strategic initiatives to drive growth under Penang 2030 vision

16 strategic initiatives to drive growth under Penang 2030 vision

Apart from economic growth, the initiatives will also enhance competitiveness and quality of life.

Penang gov't acts on developer who sold burial plots on state land

Penang gov't acts on developer who sold burial plots on state land

We don't intend to dig the graves or exhume bodies as it will affect families of the deceased - CM.

Report to MACC on delay of undersea tunnel study, Chow told

Report to MACC on delay of undersea tunnel study, Chow told

Since 2013, the developers are still unable to submit a feasibility report, says MCA veep.

CM: Slow pace? Penang tunnel study now over 98pct complete

CM: Slow pace? Penang tunnel study now over 98pct complete

Chow explains that this is because Zenith had to make adjustments after the ICE gave its views.

Construction of Air Itam-LCE Expressway bypass to be delayed

Construction of Air Itam-LCE Expressway bypass to be delayed

CM says Penang and the developer have yet to sign a construction agreement for work to begin.

Penang exco members declare assets voluntarily since 2011

Penang exco members declare assets voluntarily since 2011

CM says the information is made public on the state government's website.

Penang can't hide embarrassment over 50,000 dead fish

Penang can't hide embarrassment over 50,000 dead fish

INTERVIEW | Chow says this as the state will host the 2019 World Seafood Congress next month.

Federal funds for PTMP may take five years, says Penang CM

Federal funds for PTMP may take five years, says Penang CM

INTERVIEW | If Penang gets the funds, he says, it will consider scaling back the south reclamation project.

Penang vows to protect its padi fields, promote food security

Penang vows to protect its padi fields, promote food security

The chief minister says the state plans to implement recommendations on padi production made in the recent Public Accounts Committee report.

No firm decision on public transport for PTMP

No firm decision on public transport for PTMP

The chief minister says the state government is still looking at various options.

Anwar impressed with Chow's willingness to review PSR project

Anwar impressed with Chow's willingness to review PSR project

'It isn't always a chief minister is willing to be open and negotiate with others on a state project.'

Anwar says supports Penang gov't seeking federal funding for PSR

Anwar says supports Penang gov't seeking federal funding for PSR

CM Chow says if the state can acquire federal funding, it may review the scale of the project.