{
  "id": 15178359,
  "title": "Penang’s RM420m link road to Silicon Island targets first bridge opening by 2028",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/penangs-rm420m-link-road-to-silicon-island-targets-first-bridge",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-17T10:45:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/17/penangs-rm420m-link-road-to-silicon-island-targets-first-bridge-opening-by-2028/239495"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Penang's RM420 million link road, Pan Island Link 2A, aims to open its first bridge by 2028, according to Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. Since reclamation works began in September 2023, 202.3 hectares of land have been reclaimed at Silicon Island, expanding the area for the development of Penang's next economic growth hub. The state's semiconductor industry, advanced technology, research and development, and AI-driven innovation are expected to benefit from the island. Silicon Island's Green Tech Park, commercial precincts, transit corridors, and over 110 kilometers of dedicated cycling and pedestrian paths will be showcased at the newly opened Silicon Island Experience Centre, costing RM2.5 million to build. The center, accredited as a 5-diamond Low Carbon City, is designed to support Penang's long-term economic growth while incorporating sustainable urban planning. The first section of the marine bridge connecting Jalan Permatang Damar Laut to Silicon Island is targeted to open by December 2028, with full completion by June 2029.",
  "summary": "GEORGE TOWN, Oct 17 — A total of 202.3 hectares of land have been reclaimed at Silicon Island since reclamation wo...",
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        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Penang’s RM420m link road to Silicon Island targets first bridge opening by 2028",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/penangs-rm420m-link-road-to-silicon-island-targets-first-bridge-15180352",
        "published": "2026-10-17T10:45:28.000Z"
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