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26 May 2025 – Executive Dialogue on Urban Renewal – Making It Work
On 26 May 2025, REHDA Institute, in collaboration with Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMB), hosted the “Urban Renewal – Making It Work” Executive Dialogue at Wisma REHDA, Petaling Jaya. The objective of the dialogue was to obtain views and suggestions from key stakeholders on the forthcoming Urban Renewal Bill. Emphasising a people-first, planning-led approach, the dialogue advocated for owner-driven redevelopment, inclusive financing and meaningful community engagement. The event marked a united step towards shaping a more inclusive and responsible urban renewal agenda for Malaysia.
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8 – 9 April 2025 – International Strata Symposium 2025
The International Strata Symposium 2025, organised by REHDA Institute, was held on 8th and 9th April 2025 at M World Hotel, Petaling Jaya. The event was attended by senior government officials, industry leaders and international experts from Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia. Officiated by YB Tuan Nga Kor Ming, Minister of Housing and Local Government, the symposium also featured the launch of REHDA Institute’s Abandoned Housing Report. International speakers and legal experts from leading firms shared best practices in strata laws and governance, making it a pivotal platform for knowledge exchange and policy dialogue across the region.
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8 April 2025 – Abandoned Housing Report Official Launch
REHDA Institute, in collaboration with the University of Malaya, has launched a comprehensive research report titled Abandoned Housing: Challenges, Insights and Solutions. The report marks a significant milestone in addressing the root causes of housing project abandonment in Malaysia. The research report was officially launched by YB Nga Kor Ming, Minister of Housing and Local Government, together with prominent industry stakeholders during the International Strata Symposium 2025.
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16 January 2025 – CEO Series 2025
The CEO Series 2025, organised by REHDA Institute on 16 January 2025 at Le Méridien Petaling Jaya, brought together over 380 senior stakeholders from government agencies, the corporate sector, and the real estate industry to explore Malaysia’s economic outlook for the year ahead. The event featured keynote addresses by YB Puan Lim Hui Ying, Deputy Minister of Finance and YB Liew Chin Tong, Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), who outlined the nation’s fiscal strategies and industrial development priorities. The programme also featured insightful presentations and panel sessions with prominent industry leaders from Knight Frank Malaysia, Affin Group, EUROCHAM, Colliers and Moody’s.
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12 – 15 November 2024 – Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) Vietnam, Business Delegation November 2024
The Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam Business Delegation Study Tour 2024, organised by REHDA Institute from 12 to 15 November 2024, brought together 38 Malaysian delegates for a comprehensive and insightful programme. The packed itinerary included site visits to prominent developments such as Crescent Mall, Grade A offices at Saigon Centre, industrial zones and affordable housing projects. A Lunch Forum was also held, graced by H.E. Datuk Tan Yang Thai, the Malaysian Ambassador to Vietnam, who delivered a lunch address. The forum featured participation from local developers and consultants, fostering valuable industry exchange.
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11 October 2024 – Abandoned Housing Workshop
REHDA Institute has developed a new report titled Abandoned Housing: Challenges, Insights and Solutions, analysing the root causes of project abandonment in Malaysia and offering policy recommendations to protect stakeholders and strengthen the housing delivery system. To ensure the report’s relevance and accuracy, a workshop was held with representatives from over 30 organisations, including the Ministry of Housing and Local Government, local authorities and key industry players, to review preliminary findings and exchange insights.
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23 July 2024 – International Green Build Conference 2024
The 4th International Green Build Conference (IGBC) 2024, co-organised by REHDA Institute and GreenRE on 23 July 2024 at One World Hotel, was officiated by YB Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability. The conference drew over 500 participants and featured speakers from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Indonesia. Key discussions revolved around the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), ESG reporting, decarbonisation in real estate, and the role of emerging technologies in driving sustainable development. A major milestone was the launch of the GreenRE Energy Certification, a new framework for existing non-residential buildings.
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14 May 2024 – Affordable Housing II Report Official Launch
REHDA Institute, in collaboration with housing experts and key industry stakeholders including Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMB), launched a new research report titled Affordable Housing II – Closing the Gap: A Strategic Approach to Balancing Supply & Demand. This research report addresses micro-level structural issues in Malaysia’s affordable housing sector and examines the key factors behind the persistent affordability challenge. It builds on the insights of the findings of the 2018 inaugural report, Affordable Housing – The Game Plan Transformation. The research report was officially launched by YB Nga Kor Ming, Minister of Housing and Local Government, alongside prominent industry stakeholders at the Regional Housing Conference 2024.
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14 May 2024 – Regional Housing Conference 2024
REHDA Institute organised the Regional Housing Conference 2024 on 14 May 2024 at AVANTÉ Hotel which was officiated by YB Nga Kor Ming, Minister of Housing and Local Government (KPKT). The conference which gathered more than 20 local government authorities also featured regional experts from Australia, Singapore, and Hong Kong, focusing on how housing impacts sustainable urban development and city planning. A key milestone was the launch of REHDA Institute’s “Affordable Housing II – Closing the Gap” report, which called for differentiated affordable housing policies and proposed new measurement frameworks including the Residual Income approach.
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24 January 2024 – Affordable Housing II Report Workshop
REHDA Institute hosted the Affordable Housing II Report Workshop, bringing together over 90 key stakeholders from government agencies, academia, local authorities and the banking sector. The workshop supports the development of the report titled, Affordable Housing II – Closing the Gap: A Strategic Approach to Balancing Supply & Demand, in collaboration with Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMB). Its objective is to ensure policy recommendations are aligned with real market needs ahead of the report’s official launch at the Regional Housing Conference 2024.
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5 – 8 March 2024 – Hong Kong & Shenzhen (China) Study Tour 2024
The Hong Kong & Shenzhen (China) Study Tour 2024, organised by REHDA Institute from 5-8 March 2024, saw over 50 Malaysian delegates, including developers, architects, town planners, and government authorities. The high-level study tour was joined by YB Nga Kor Ming, Minister of Housing and Local Government (KPKT), who used the platform to announce the upcoming Urban Redevelopment Act and new public housing model, Program Residensi Rakyat (PRR). Delegates visited various benchmark projects and engaged with Hong Kong’s Urban Renewal Authority and Shenzhen’s urban development bodies, gaining insights on integrated urban planning, redevelopment strategies, transit-oriented development, and green public housing models.
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7 December 2023 – CEO Series 2023
The CEO Series 2023, organised by REHDA Institute on 7 December 2023 at Le Meridien Petaling Jaya, brought together over 350 senior stakeholders from the government and various industries to explore Malaysia’s economic trajectory for 2024. The event featured a keynote by YB Liew Chin Tong, Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), who emphasized paradigm shifts in productivity, wages, and industrial policy under the National Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030. Key insights included the rise of green-certified buildings, evolving consumer buying trends, and Malaysia’s growing role in global supply chains. A notable milestone was the MoU exchange between REHDA and Universiti Malaya to enhance collaboration in policy research, affordable housing, and ESG development.
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22 – 24 August 2023 – Jakarta Study Tour & Masterclass 2023
REHDA Institute’s Jakarta Study Tour & Masterclass 2023, held from 22-24 August 2025, brought together 40 Malaysian delegates led by Trustees, Tan Sri Datuk Eddy Chen, Tan Sri Teo Chiang Kok, and Datuk Haji Muztaza Mohamad. The delegation explored large-scale developments such as BSD City, SCBD, ASHTA District 8, Jababeka City, and PIK 2, gaining insights into Indonesia’s integrated urban planning and green initiatives. Networking sessions with Indonesian developers, government agencies, and financial institutions offered valuable perspectives on investment opportunities, particularly in the upcoming Nusantara capital.
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1 August 2023 – International Green Build Conference 2023
The International Green Build Conference (IGBC) 2023, jointly organized by GreenRE and REHDA Institute, was officiated by YB Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Minister of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change. The conference featured 14 speakers from countries including Australia, Canada, and Brunei, with prominent foreign experts sharing best practices in net-zero building design, embodied carbon frameworks, and sustainable development. Key topics included carbon pricing, green financing, and innovations in sustainable construction. A significant milestone was the launch of GreenRE’s Sustainable Real Estate Book in celebration of its 10th anniversary, showcasing leading green building case studies.
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