A Summit to Survey
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Property is always a hot topic in Penang. Attractive developments and emerging trends capture the attention of potential house buyers.The Penang Property Summ...
Dialects and Languages in Numbers
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Over 60% of Penang’s 654,828 Chinese population speak Hokkien. The Hokkiens not only dominate in Penang, they also constitute the largest Chinese group in...
Penang’s Manufacturing Sector Endures Headwinds
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The manufacturing sector continues to be a key contributor to Penang’s economic activity, supported by global recognition for Penang’s excellence in...
The Malaysian Legal System in Numbers
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As the nation grows and walks through many different epochs, new yet diverse values and culture are embraced by the inhabitants. Hence, the laws and constitution as governing tools must remain relevant along with the rapid changes of the nation.
State exco YB Chow Kon Yeow speaks...
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Penang Institute’s first dialogue session with policymakers and influencers was held in August, with an enlightening session with state exco member Chow K...
Our Food Draws the Crowd!
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IntroductionPenang is one of the must-visit cities in Malaysia. Findings from Agoda’s Travel and Tech Study show that domestic travel in Malaysia surged...
Butterworth Food Trail
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Nasi Lemak Warung Kak Sadiah Sri Bandar Market Taman Bagan Baru, 12000 Butterworth Time: 5.30am-9.30am Closed on MondaysKak Sadiah started selling nasi...
Agents of Change: Chong Eng
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Penang Institute’s dialogue session with policymakers and influencers saw a stimulating discussion with state exco member Chong Eng, who is chairman of the state’s Youth and Sports, Women, Family and Community Development Committee as well.
Coworking – Much More than Just Sharing Office Space
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The word may sound wrong, but Penang had better get used to the idea of “unconferences”. The fourth annual edition of Coworking Unconference (CU) As...
Education in South-East Asia: Disruptions Are Happily at Hand
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Dato' Dr Ooi Kee Beng.I am very happy that the first Asean-Australia Education Dialogue (AAED) is held here in Penang, my hometown. We like to think of Pe...
History of Saint Anne’s Parish
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The Early Days (1833-1914)The origins of St. Anne’s Parish can be traced back to as early as 1833 when the Chinese and the Indians came to settle in Bat...
Penang2030: A Vision to Guide and Inspire Projects
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On August 29, 2018, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow hosted a special session attended by several hundred representatives of major institutions and sectors of Pen...