Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow (seven from left) together with members of his administration during a working visit to the Penang Waterfront Convention Centre (PWCC) in Penang this morning. - NSTP/AUDREY DERMAWANGEORGE TOWN: The new shopping centre at Penang Waterfront Convention Centre (PWCC) will complement the area's mixed-use development, supporting business and tourism without creating a retail glut. Ling said concerns over an oversupply of shopping malls often depend on location and planning, but the PWCC development serves a specific complementary role. It has a clear purpose in supporting the mixed-use environment and the activities generated by the convention centre," he added. The shopping mall, office spaces and hotel are scheduled for completion by mid-year, enhancing the overall functionality and appeal of the waterfront precinct.

Source: New Strait Times January 05, 2026 05:12 UTC