Kg. Sg. Baru: Whose Vision Wins?

Alliff Benjamin Suhaimi, Partner, Thomas Philip

23-Sep-25 08:30

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The redevelopment of Kampung Sungai Baru has reignited heated debate after a chaotic eviction operation early this month. However the eviction was not sudden, but rather the result of nearly a decade of planning, disagreements, and legal battles. Lawyer Aliff Benjamin Suhaimi breaks down the legal arguments in the case.

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Produced by: Natalie Tan

Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar, Wong Shou Ning, Elaine Boey

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Categories: politics, government, controversies

Tags: land acquisition act, redevelopment, klcc, disagreement, urban life,

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