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Malaysia's Five-point Guide On Planning

Posted by: Chris Steins
Thanks to: Laura Kranz
13 October 2004 - 1:00pm

Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister offers a five point urban planning guide for the country's municipal councils to follow.

Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister says that urban planning should "have the following characteristics:

  • Beautiful: An emphasis on beautiful surroundings...
  • Clean: ...necessary for the health and well being
  • Lively: A vibrant town...
  • Safe: Efforts must be made to reduce the crime rate...
  • Business-friendly: Residents should be able to receive high-quality services..."

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    Source: The Star (Malaysia), October 25, 2005
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