THE RM5bil Tanjung Pinang Development project, off the Tanjung Tokong coast 5km northwest of George Town, was re-launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Mahathir Mohamad last Saturday after being stalled for 6 years due to the economic downturn.
The mixed development project, to be carried out in 3 phases spanning 10 to 12 years, would involve the reclamation of 397ha off Tanjung Tokong. It is planned as a new integrated suburban centre combining commercial and residential precincts with facilities such as schools and parks to give it a sense of place.