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Malaysia Targets 1,000 Community Parks Nationwide by 2035
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Malaysia Targets 1,000 Community Parks Nationwide by 2035

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Malaysia aims to develop 1,000 "Taman Rekreasi Madani" (Community Recreation Parks) nationwide by 2035.
  • As of 2025, 217 such parks have been established, exceeding the initial target of 100 per year.
  • These parks promote recreation, social interaction, healthy lifestyles, and urban-nature balance, with the landscape industry projected to contribute significantly to the national economy.

Malaysia is embarking on an ambitious plan to create 1,000 "Taman Rekreasi Madani" (Community Recreation Parks) across the country by 2035. This initiative aims to ensure that every community has access to quality green spaces for recreation and social interaction.

Minister of Housing and Local Government, Nga Kor Ming, announced that the development of these parks is progressing well, with 217 already established nationwide by 2025, surpassing the initial goal of 100 parks annually. Melaka, in particular, has seen the development of 10 parks, with three more slated for construction this year in Ayer Keroh and Masjid Tanah.

These parks are designed not only to provide recreational and social hubs but also to foster healthy lifestyles and symbolize the balance between urban development and environmental sustainability. The government, through the Ministry and the National Landscape Department (JLN), is committed to developing or upgrading 100 Madani Parks this year alone.

The development of these parks not only provides recreational and social interaction spaces for the local community but also acts as a catalyst for healthy lifestyles and a symbol of balance between urban development and environmental sustainability.

— Nga Kor MingMinister of Housing and Local Government, highlighting the multifaceted benefits of the Madani Parks.

The initiative is also expected to boost the national economy. The landscape industry is projected to contribute up to RM40 billion to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2035. In 2025, Malaysia recorded RM534.3 million in landscape product exports to countries like Singapore, Japan, Australia, and the United States. To support this growth, JLN is developing a strategic long-term blueprint for the national landscape industry.

During the National Landscape Day (HLN) 2026 celebration, where the initiative was highlighted, a record was set for transforming 1,200 used wooden pallets into 361 pieces of furniture. The event also featured "Rahmah Madani" and "Fama" sales, offering essential goods at affordable prices to help alleviate the cost of living for citizens.

The development of public green space networks must be seen as part of the effort to create healthier, more comfortable, and livable cities.

— Nga Kor MingMinister of Housing and Local Government, emphasizing the role of green spaces in urban planning.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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