Govt taps in on experts’ views

Working together: Nga (third from right) handing over the appointment letter to Khazanah Research Institute director Dr Suraya Ismail, during a meeting at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur.

KUALA LUMPUR: A panel of 28 experts from diverse backgrounds have been appointed by the Local Government Development Ministry to advise on programmes and policies that will make for great urban environments and liveable cities.

Its minister Nga Kor Ming said the appointment is a strategic initiative to gather the knowledge, experience and expertise of various parties to determine the best initiatives.