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Tree Management on Federal Roads Clarified: JKR and Local Authorities to Boost Coordination

Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan has clarified that local authorities hold primary responsibility for managing trees on federal roads, though JKR and maintenance contractors stand ready to enhance coordination and road safety protocols.

By Aisyah Razak · 4 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Fatal tree fall exposes gaps in Malaysia's urban forestry safety systems

A fatal tree collapse in Kuala Lumpur has exposed critical gaps in Malaysia's urban forestry management, prompting experts to call for systematic inspections, certified arborists, and technology-driven approaches rather than reactive maintenance.

By Aisyah Razak · 21 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Tree Management on Federal Roads Clarified: JKR and Local Authorities to Boost Coordination

Fatal tree fall exposes gaps in Malaysia's urban forestry safety systems

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