KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 — Malaysia plans to pursue a US$2.4 billion (RM1.86 billion) deal to acquire new passenger trains for state rail company Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) via a leasing agreement with China, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 — The government is considering a new model by using the leasing method for products and assets for transportation services, such as trains to maximize their lifespan.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 — The government disagrees with the leasing proposal to develop areas in Kampung Baru in the federal capital as it could jeopardise the rights of the Malays, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 — The government has agreed to extend the land lease for Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Convent Bukit Nanas by 60 years on its expiry on September 6 this year.