Kuala lumpur: The RM3 million National Gateway Landscape Development Project at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is anticipated to reach completion within six months, according to Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. The project, which began in August, was inaugurated today at KLIA Terminal 1.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, this initiative represents a strategic collaboration between the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT), Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), and the Ministry of Transport. It aims to enhance Malaysia's image through well-organized landscape elements that reflect the country's identity.
The KLIA landscape development is the first national gateway project executed by KPKT under the theme 'Harmony in Diversity,' highlighting Malaysia's cultural wealth, heritage, racial diversity, and natural resources. The project aligns with the goals of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026), with the National Landscape Department (JLN) committed to beautifying the country's main gateways to create a positive impression and attract international tourists.
Minister Nga outlined that the development area is divided into four zones: Zone A includes vertical landscaping at Terminal 1 and 2 buildings; Zone B focuses on landscape development along terminal exit routes; Zone C is referred to as the Wilderness Alignment; and Zone D, known as the "MADANI Gateway," features a "Welcome to Malaysia" sign with solar lighting.
The expedited implementation of the project is expected to save time, energy, and costs while potentially increasing return on investment through a higher influx of foreign tourists. The landscaping project not only enhances KLIA's image as the premier gateway but also bolsters Malaysia's position as a leading Asian tourism destination, contributing to national economic growth.
Minister Nga also encouraged state and local authorities to improve the image and identity of their administrative areas with organized landscaping that reflects the Malaysian identity. He suggested that protocol roads and main gateways could be beautified with a variety of tropical plants that embody Malaysian characteristics.