SHAH ALAM: Selangor is poised to become a dynamic and modern metropolis, defined not just by world-class amenities and cutting-edge infrastructure but also by a firm commitment to sustainable development.
Sharing his vision for the state, Raja Muda of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah said Selangor's true strength lies not in its economic figures or rankings, but in the well-being of its people.
While Selangor has achieved significant economic success, including being the largest contributor to Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP), Tengku Amir Shah said real progress is only meaningful if it directly benefits the people in the state.
"Progress means little if it leaves our people behind – and in Selangor Darul Ehsan, this Land of Benevolence – it is our responsibility to ensure that growth uplifts all, both within our borders, and beyond.
"The true strength of Selangor isn't just in figures or rankings – it's in the well-being of our people. That's what really matters. And in that sense, Shah Alam represents something special.
"I envision a Selangor that is more inclusive, forward-thinking, and focused on long-term sustainability. Where everyone has the opportunity to grow, thrive, and prosper."
Tengku Amir Shah said the new KSSA is an integral part of that vision, which has taken him seven years to bring to life.
"It is more than a stadium. It is a space for everyone – a place where people can come together to be involved in sports, in culture, in the arts, in learning.
"It is designed with the people in mind, built for the future, but steeped in the values and traditions we Selangorians hold dear.
"This is the ethos of Shah Alam. This is what we are bringing to the future – and to the world," he said.
Tengku Amir Shah said this in his speech at the handover ceremony of the Letter of Acceptance for the Kompleks Sukan Shah Alam (KSSA) development between Menteri Besar Selangor Inc (MBI Selangor) and Lembaran Prospek Sdn Bhd (LPSB), a subsidiary of MRCB Land Sdn Bhd and Malaysian Resources Corporation Bhd (MRCB).
Also present were Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, Selangor State Secretary Datuk Dr Ahmad Fadzli Ahmad Tajuddin, MBI Selangor group chief executive officer Datuk Saipolyazan M. Yusop, and MRCB group managing director Datuk Imran Salim.
Tengku Amir Shah also attributed Selangor's progress to the sound policies and plans rolled out by the state government under Amirudin's leadership.
He said Selangor in 2023 emerged as Malaysia's top economic contributor, accounting for 25.9 per cent or RM406.1 billion of the national GDP, which represented a 5.4 per cent increase from the previous year, underscoring Selangor's pivotal role in the nation's economy.
"As we look to the future, Selangor is setting its sights even higher. With a target of RM50 billion in investments for 2024, and a longer-term goal of contributing RM500 billion to the national economy within the next three years, we are determined to build not just a stronger Selangor, but a more inclusive and dynamic Malaysia," he said.
Tengku Amir Shah said he is committed to working closely with Amirudin to transform Selangor into a state that not only thrives economically, but also leads with purpose, balancing innovation with inclusivity.
"We are united by the conviction that true development must improve lives. I am encouraged by the state government's continued efforts to raise the standard of living through accessible healthcare, quality education, affordable housing, and initiatives that empower youth and uplift marginalised communities.
"These are values I deeply cherish, and I will continue to give my full support to policies that place the people of Selangor at the heart of progress.
"As we move forward, I remain committed to working closely with the Menteri Besar, government agencies, the private sector, and civil society to ensure that our vision is not only realised but sustained, for generations to come." - NST
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