The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is advancing its Smart City development and sustainable development urban management through a range of various initiatives.
Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng said that MBKS’s projects, including the ESG Smart Pole Project, AI-enabled surveillance systems, iPeople digital engagement platform, iBuyBack recycling app, and Smart Traffic Management System ― demonstrate the council’s shift toward a data-driven and people-centred governance model.
“The essence of a Smart City lies not in gadgets or systems, but in how these tools help us to respond faster, plan better, and serve our residents more effectively,” he said.
Wee explained that Kuching South’s Smart City transformation is guided by the 5R principles: Resident-centric, Responsiveness, Reliability, Resourcefulness, and Resilience.
These principles form the foundation of MBKS’s long-term strategy to deliver efficient city services, strengthen urban safety, and promote sustainable growth through partnership and innovation.
Wee noted that MBKS Smart City agenda aligns closely with the state’s Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030 and the PlanMalaysia Smart City Framework, both of which emphasise sustainable growth, digital transformation, and community well-being.
“These frameworks guide MBKS in ensuring that every technological advancement contributes meaningfully to residents’ quality of life,” he said.
MBKS recently hosted Perak State Executive Council (Exco) member Sandrea Ng, along with the mayor and chairmen of local councils, for a working visit to exchange ideas on Smart City development and sustainable urban management.
Wee described the visit as a meaningful platform for inter-city learning, noting that both cities have the goal of building liveable, sustainable, and inclusive urban spaces.
“At Kuching South, our Smart City development is not just about technology. Every innovation must ultimately make our residents’ lives easier, safer and better,” he said.
Recognised as a Unesco Creative City of Music, Wee welcomed opportunities for collaboration between Kuching and Ipoh to explore joint cultural, tourism and creative economy initiatives that celebrate Malaysia’s diversity and strengthen its global presence.
He also highlighted MBKS’s participation in the international programmes, including the Unesco Creative Cities of Gastronomy and the WHO Age-Friendly City initiative, reflecting the council’s broader vision of integrating culture, creativity and inclusivity into urban development.
“Every city has unique challenges and strengths, but we all share the same aspiration to make our cities better places to live. Kuching South is honoured to share our experience and to learn from others in the process,” he added.
“We look forward to collaborating with Ipoh on creative city activities that leverage our strengths in gastronomy and music, fostering innovation and enhancing community well-being through shared cultural experiences,” he said.
He also expressed his appreciation to Sandrea Ng and her delegation for choosing Kuching as their learning destination, noting that such visits strengthen inter-governmental ties and promote knowledge sharing among local authorities.
The visit concluded with a presentation by MBKS acting city secretary Wong Ming Kong, who shared details on the council’s Smart City implementation, digital infrastructure, and sustainability initiatives.
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