Positive construction sector in 2016 amid global uncertainty


In the spotlight: A construction site near the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur. As Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Despite global economic uncertainties, the construction industry showed remarkable performance in 2016, led by the infrastructure category which topped the list of projects registered with the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB).

As of November, 5,024 projects worth RM121bil were registered with CIDB and more are expected to come towards year-end.

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