Chow To Prepare Report For Loke Over Penang Quit Rent Issue GEORGE TOWN, March 22 (Bernama) — Penang Chief Minister (CM) Chow Kon Yeow will prepare a report to be submitted to DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke regarding the implementation of new quit rent (land tax) rates, which came into effect on Jan 1 in the state. Chow said he will also comply with Loke’s directive not to discuss the issue in the media to avoid negative perceptions and impacts on the party leaderships and the state government as a whole. “I want to express my appreciation to the DAP secretary-general for arranging a meeting involving all three parties (Chow, Loke and […]

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Penang Exco apologises over alleged domestic incident, police reports withdrawn, says Chow Kon Yeow GEORGE TOWN, Feb 24 — A domestic dispute involving a Penang state executive councillor has reportedly been resolved amicably after both parties agreed to withdraw police reports filed over the incident. Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said he had been informed that the councillor had apologised to his wife following the alleged incident. He …

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Chow Kon Yeow Urges DAP Members to Respect Special Congress Decision on Party’s Government Role GEORGE TOWN, Feb. 21, 2026 – Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said all members of the Democratic Action Party must respect and comply with the decision to be made at the party’s special congress scheduled for July 12. He said the congress will provide an official platform for delegates to convey the views and …

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Penang To Launch CM Fund-Transition Financing Scheme To Boost Sustainable Manufacturing GEORGE TOWN,  — Penang is set to take a major step towards becoming Southeast Asia’s leading green manufacturing hub with the upcoming launch of the CM Fund-Transition Financing Scheme. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the state, through the Penang Green Council, is spearheading the CM Fund-Transition Financing Scheme to accelerate sustainable growth among small […]

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Despite US tariffs, Penang’s manufacturing investments soar 150pc to RM12.5b in first half of 2025, says CM GEORGE TOWN, Aug 27 — Investments in Penang have continued to grow despite uncertainties due to the tariffs imposed by the United States, said Penang chief minister Chow Kon...

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Penang CM backs Urban Renewal Bill, says states in dissent don’t face crumbling high-rises GEORGE TOWN, Aug 27 — Urban renewal is crucial to upgrade old flats that are over 50 years old and improve residents’ quality of life, said Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow...

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Despite US tariffs, Penang’s manufacturing investments soar 150pc to RM12.5b in first half of 2025, says CM GEORGE TOWN, Aug 27 — Investments in Penang have continued to grow despite uncertainties due to the tariffs imposed by the United States, said Penang chief minister Chow Kon...

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Penang CM backs Urban Renewal Bill, says states in dissent don’t face crumbling high-rises GEORGE TOWN, Aug 27 — Urban renewal is crucial to upgrade old flats that are over 50 years old and improve residents’ quality of life, said Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow...

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CM: Penang still top medical tourism hub, rakes in RM888m and over 400,000 foreign patients last year GEORGE TOWN, Aug 21 — Penang said today that it has remained as a main medical tourism destination in Malaysia after recording RM888.7 million in revenue last year.Penang Chief...

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Pleading for federal funding, Chow warns congestion from Penang mega projects could topple governments GEORGE TOWN, Aug 18 — Penang said today that resolving the rising traffic congestion issues in the state is important for the state to remain competitive, not only in the eyes of...

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Spirit of unity on show, says Chow Kon Yeow, as 40,000 attend Asean Navies’ City Parade in Penang GEORGE TOWN, Aug 17 — The Asean Navies’ City Parade (ANCP), held in conjunction with the state government’s Hari Buletin 4.0 celebration at Padang Kota Lama today, attracted...

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Penang council targets July 2026 to gazette long-delayed draft local plan, after three failed attempts since 2008 GEORGE TOWN, Aug 15 — The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) said today it hopes to gazette its draft local plan 2035 by July next year.Mayor Datuk A. Rajendran said the council...

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Penang strengthens Islamic education with RM14.2m allocation, says CM GEORGE TOWN, March 30 — Penang remains committed to promoting Islamic development, including allocating funds for the construction of mosques, suraus, religious schools and...

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Projek Pemulihan Jelutong Dirancang Teliti, Kawasan Marin Kekal Terpelihara Ketua Menteri Pulau Pinang, Chow Kon Yeow menegaskan bahawa projek pemulihan dan penambakan tanah dari Jelutong ke Persiaran Karpal Singh dirancang dengan penuh tanggungjawab agar tidak menjejaskan Kawasan Perlindungan Marin Tebing Tengah. “Zon perlindungan itu tidak termasuk dalam kawasan yang akan ditebus guna. Kami pastikan ia terus kekal sebagai kawasan marin yang dilindungi,” jelas beliau. […] The post Projek Pemulihan Jelutong Dirancang Teliti, Kawasan Marin Kekal Terpelihara first appeared on Gerbangpost.

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Penang’s land reclamation off Karpal Singh Drive won’t affect middle bank marine sanctuary, Kon Yeow assures public GEORGE TOWN, March 28 — Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said today the proposal to reclaim land off Karpal Singh Drive along with rehabilitation of the nearby Jelutong...

Penang’s land reclamation off Karpal Singh Drive won’t affect middle bank marine sanctuary, Kon Yeow assures public #chowkonyeow #karpalsinghdrive #landreclamation

Penang to face 60-hour statewide water disruption starting April 25 for RM25m pipeline upgrade A scheduled water supply interruption in Penang from April 25 to 28 will affect 341,708 consumers across all five districts, allowing for the connection of a new RM8.7 million...

Penang to face 60-hour statewide water disruption starting April 25 for RM25m pipeline upgrade #chowkonyeow #penangwatersupplycorporation #waterdisruption

Penang CM denies PDC’s involvement with defunct MBI scheme GEORGE TOWN, March 26 — Penang Development Corporation (PDC) does not have any links to the defunct pyramid scheme MBI, said Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow. He said PDC...

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Steven Sim insists no fissures in DAP despite bruising internal poll GEORGE TOWN, March 22 — DAP has reaffirmed its unity and strategic focus following the party election as it gears up to secure victory in the 16th General Election (GE16), its...

Steven Sim insists no fissures in DAP despite bruising internal poll #chowkonyeow #dap #limguaneng #stevensim

Kon Yeow: No rule that Penang governor must be local GEORGE TOWN, March 20 — There is no requirement in the Penang state constitution that the Yang di-Pertua Negeri must be from Penang, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. He said...

Kon Yeow: No rule that Penang governor must be local #chowkonyeow #mustthepenanggovernorbefrompenang #penanggovernor

Over 100 land lots to be acquired for Penang Mutiara LRT, says chief minister GEORGE TOWN, March 12 — The Penang state executive council has approved a proposal to acquire land along the Penang Mutiara Light Rail Transit (LRT) alignment. Chief Minister...

Over 100 land lots to be acquired for Penang Mutiara LRT, says chief minister #chowkonyeow #landacquisition #penangmutiaralinelightrailtransitlrtproject #penangpublictransportation

Chow Kon Yeow says he plans to remain low-key as DAP election buzz grows GEORGE TOWN, March 12 — DAP national vice-chairman Chow Kon Yeow said he will maintain a low profile in the party elections this weekend. The Penang chief minister declined to...

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Chow Kon Yeow says he plans to remain low-key as DAP election buzz grows GEORGE TOWN, March 12 — DAP national vice-chairman Chow Kon Yeow said he will maintain a low profile in the party elections this weekend. The Penang chief minister declined to...

Kon Yeow says he plans to stay under the radar as DAP election buzz grows #chowkonyeow #dapelection #limguaneng

Penang to promote its Ramadan bazaars as tourism attractions, Kon Yeow says GEORGE TOWN, March 3 — Penang said today it aims to further promote the state as a food paradise by adding its Ramadan bazaar as a tourism product next year. Penang Chief...

Penang to promote its Ramadan bazaars as tourism attractions, Kon Yeow says #chowkonyeow #penangtourism #ramadanbazaars