Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, is currently experiencing population growth with an estimated population of over 8.8 million. The city's population is expected to continue growing to 9.8 million by 2030, according to the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Federal Territories and Kuala Lumpur. To address the rapid population growth, the government and city council are working together to develop the city's infrastructure and provide better services to its residents.
The city's population growth not only affects urban areas but also rural areas, where there is a significant migration of people. This has put pressure on the city's existing infrastructure and requires the government to improve the city's basic services to make it a livable city.
The Minister also emphasized the need for efficient and effective city management to ensure the quality of life for all residents. She stated that each development decision requires careful consideration to ensure that it strikes a balance between development and community well-being.
The city council is taking various proactive measures, such as the formulation of the 'KL 2030 Low Carbon Society Master Plan' and the 'KL 2050 Climate Action Plan'. This shows the city council's commitment to creating a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly future for the city.
The city council is also working with international partners, such as the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, to develop a 'KL Low Carbon Building Technology Guide'. This demonstrates the city council's efforts to achieve sustainable development.
The Minister urged all stakeholders, including government agencies, developers, beneficiaries, and the public, to work together and make a commitment to ensure the guide is fully utilized, with the aim of providing a better life for current and future generations.