"However, the extension of this time is necessary as, apart from the initial damage to viaduct 163, several other damages have been detected in nearby viaduct structures, namely viaducts 164 and 165, which require comprehensive repairs.

“Despite competing with each other, I emphasise that now is the best time, and there is a need for countries and companies in Southeast Asia to work together to ensure this is the Southeast Asian Century.

Kejuaraan benua anjuran Badminton Asia itu bakal menyaksikan penyertaan kelompok pemain lelaki dan wanita terbaik Asia termasuk pasukan pilihan China, Jepun, Korea Selatan dan penyandang juara Malaysia.

Commending the state government’s wide range of schemes and initiatives addressing the various needs of its people, its secretariat policy and research officer Debbie Loh said the efforts include all aspects, like education, health, entrepreneurs, child care, and housing.

He takes over from Mohamad Azhan Md Amir, whose tenure ended in October last year. Deputy Mayor Aznan Hassan has been leading the Petaling Jaya City Council since then.