Several key infrastructure projects finally got off the ground, with construction of the RM16bil light rail transit (LRT), a cornerstone of the Penang Transport Master Plan (PTMP), commencing in January. It centralised various government agencies including the National Registration Department (JPN), Immigration Department (JIM), Road Transport Department (JPJ), Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) and the police under one roof. Penang Island City Council (MBPP) enforcement personnel operating the Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system in George Town. Errant motoristsBoth Penang Island and Seberang Perai city councils rolled out the Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system for roadside parking in April. Thomas Cup winner Datuk Yew Cheng Hoe (left) posing for a photo during the Penang Badminton Association’s centenary celebration in Penang.

Source: The Star December 31, 2025 04:00 UTC