An economic hub for the state of Johor, Pasir Gudang has finally gotten a city status that it has long deserved!
The Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim Almarhum Sultan Iskandar today consented to the upgrading of Pasir Gudang Municipal Council (MPPG) to the city-status of Pasir Gudang City Council (MBPG).
The Sultan of Johor handing over the proclamation for Pasir Gudang city-status to the Menteri Besar.
As reported by National News Agency Bernama, Johor Menteri Besar, Datuk Ir Hasni Mohammad confirmed this status upgrade to reporters following a meeting with the MBPG staff at Kota Iskandar today. Hasni Mohammad also handed over the instrument of proclamation to city-status to Pasir Gudang mayor, Asman Shah Abdul Rahman.
The Johor Menteri Besar commented that given the rapid development of Pasir Gudang, it is appropriate for it to be accorded a city status. In fact, Pasir Gudang economic status is quite impressive, including:
- The city have two international ports.
- It has grown to become an industrial city thanks to these ports.
- The city have comprehensive infrastructure that prioritises the people’s well-being.
- There are 90,758 property holdings in the city, with estimated revenue of RM127.2 million per year.
- Last year, the city municipal council collected RM182.7 million in revenue.
A panoramic view of Pasir Gudang port.
Currently, MBPG’s jurisdiction covers an area of 35.956 hectares, encompassing Mukim Tiram and Mukim Plentong. The city has a population of 433,868 people. With this upgrade, Pasir Gudang becomes Johor’s third area to be accorded city-status after Johor Bahru and Iskandar Puteri.
Congratulations Pasir Gudang and let’s hope the city continue to strive to become one of Malaysia’s most modern cities!
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