{
  "id": 17529383,
  "title": "Federal govt approved almost all Kelantan development project applications - MB",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/federal-govt-approved-almost-all-kelantan-development-project",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-01T03:46:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/11/1568113/federal-govt-approved-almost-all-kelantan-development-project"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KOTA BARU: Almost all Kelantan state government development and infrastructure project applications have been approved by the federal government, according to Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud. He attributed this success to strong cooperation between federal and state agencies, emphasizing that all issues can be resolved through discussions. Key projects approved include extending Sultan Ismail Petra Airport's runway by 400 meters and extending the East Coast Rail Link from Kota Baru to Rantau Panjang. Nassuruddin stressed that extensive infrastructure development is crucial for attracting investment and creating jobs. He also highlighted the favorable response to extending the ECRL to Rantau Panjang, a route bordering southern Thailand. If these projects move forward, including the Lebir Dam, they will generate significant job opportunities. The Menteri Besar expressed gratitude for the approvals, noting the positive impact on the people's income.",
  "summary": "KOTA BARU: Almost all applications for development and infrastructure projects submitted by the Kelantan state government have been approved by the federal government so far, said Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}