ECRL to change travel and economic landscape


Game changer: Dr Wee with Ouyang, Kong Qi, Deng Bo, Isham and Darwis during the signing ceremony between Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd and China Communications Construction Company Ltd. — Photo from Dr Wee’s Facebook

PETALING JAYA: The construction of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) is expected to boost the growth of the construction and building materials sector, as well as support the recruitment of local manpower, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

“This includes professionals, skilled workers and general workers for construction-related activities,” he said.

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