KL eager to regain top shopping destination spot


Shahidan (centre) at the launch of Pustaka @ KL flanked by Jalaluddin (left) and Mahadi. – LOW LAY PHON/The Star

TO mark Kuala Lumpur’s 50th anniversary next year, Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim wants Kuala Lumpur to reclaim its place as South-East Asia’s top shopping destination. “Next year, we will be celebrating Federal Territories Day alongside Chinese New Year on Feb 1.

“High-rise buildings in Kuala Lumpur will be adorned with decorative lights.

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