KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 5): Bukit Jalil has transformed dramatically since being chosen as the venue for the 1998 Commonwealth Games. Anchored by the National Sports Complex — now rebranded as KL Sports City and the largest facility of its kind in Southeast Asia — the area has evolved into a bustling urban hub.

In this issue, City & Country speaks to Laurelcap Sdn Bhd executive director Stanley Toh and Henry Butcher Malaysia director of corporate real estate Long Shi Chuen about the catalytic projects driving Bukit Jalil’s future growth and the challenges that accompany its rapid development.

Meanwhile, TA Global Bhd (KL:TAGB) unveils its latest office project, The Arden in Bandar Sri Damansara, Selangor. Scheduled for official launch in the first quarter of 2026, The Arden will be part of the 48-acre Damansara Avenue mixed-use development. Rising 38 storeys, it will offer 455 office units with built-ups ranging from 495 to 3,111 sq ft, priced from about RM1,066 psf.

Meanwhile, Malaysia’s smart city agenda is beginning to take shape, with several urban centres integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into infrastructure management. At a fireside chat titled “From Data to Decisions — How Malaysian Cities Are Turning AI into Everyday Impact” held on Aug 28, panellists discussed how AI adoption is influencing city operations and improving quality of life for citizens.

Also featured in this issue is The Edge Malaysia | Knight Frank Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Office Monitor 2Q2025, which notes that the Klang Valley office market remained steady during the quarter, supported by sustained leasing interest in prime locations and stable rental trends.

Make sure to get the details and the latest property news in the Oct 6 issue of The Edge Malaysia weekly.

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