KL's choice: A concrete jungle or a future paradise?


Losing green lungs: Taman Rekreasi Ayer Panas in Setapak has also fallen victim to rampant urbanisation. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

Kuala Lumpur must live up to its slogan of ‘City for All’ and adopt a more sustainable and inclusive urban planning approach, says the writer.

KUALA Lumpur is often celebrated for its rapid development and cosmopolitan appeal. Yet, beneath the gleaming skyscrapers and vibrant street life, the city teeters on the brink of a catastrophic crisis that could undermine its very foundation.

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