KUALA LUMPUR: Restoration of the historic Bangunan Sulaiman in Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin in the city centre, which houses the Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC), is seven days ahead of schedule, with 68.35% of works completed as preparations continue to host international arbitration proceedings.
Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi (pic) said particular attention was being given to ensuring the building’s adjacent annex, or Pavilion Building, was ready to host international proceedings.
“Ceiling repairs and the installation of a new air-conditioning system have been completed, while fire prevention system testing and finishing works are ongoing,” he said in a Facebook post following a site visit yesterday, Bernama reported.
Nanta said he had instructed the Public Works Department and AIAC to expedite the remaining works without compromising on safety and quality.
He said the building’s readiness was crucial to supporting Malaysia’s role as a host of international proceedings and promoting regional conflict resolution.
Opened in 1933, the Bangunan Sulaiman is among Kuala Lumpur’s historic landmarks and was designated a National Heritage Site in 2018.
It has housed the AIAC since 2014, providing facilities for alternative dispute resolution, including arbitration and mediation.
