Better walkways ahead for Malaysia

In the midst of Kuala Lumpur’s (KL) rush-hour bustle, it’s easy to forget that cities were once built for people on foot. Yet, quietly and steadily, Malaysia’s capital is rediscovering a simple truth – that great cities are best experienced at walking pace.

For decades, Malaysia’s urban landscape was defined by speed. Wide highways, sprawling flyovers and endless car parks became symbols of progress.