KUALA LUMPUR: Mega projects and buildings must address public welfare and societal needs, as ignoring these risks would fuel frustration and resentment, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
He said the transformation of the construction industry must ultimately translate into tangible benefits, including affordable housing, to avoid a disconnect between development and the welfare of the majority.
“Our focus is on development, which is correct. Our focus is on growth and construction, which is practical. But when we lack understanding of societal needs, we will only invite resentment,” he said in his keynote address at the opening ceremony of International Construction Week 2026 here today.
