Warisan KL: Redefining Urban Renewal

Mustapha Kamal, Urban Planner and Founder of Arkitek Mustapha Kamal

29-Apr-25 07:45

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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled the RM180 million Warisan KL initiative to revitalise Kuala Lumpur’s historic core, pivoting from mega-projects toward community-driven development centered on culture, conservation, and green spaces. As ambitions rise, concerns remain over execution and whether it can catalyse meaningful investment or fall short once again. Mustapha Kamal, Urban Planner and Founder of Arkitek Mustapha Kamal shares his insights.

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Produced by: Aisalli Ayub

Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar, Keith Kam, Aisalli Ayub

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Tags: kuala lumpur, thinkcity, urban planning, livable cities, urban renewal,

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