MELAKA TO DUMAI BRIDGE?

 

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Melaka Govt Planning to Build 47.7km Bridge Linking Malaysia & Indonesia with 40-Minute Travel Time

The Melaka state government will present a study on the construction of a bridge connecting Malaysia and Indonesia, with an estimated travel time of 40 minutes, to the National Physical Planning Council (MPFN) in the near future.

Melaka Chief Minister, Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh, said the study, scheduled to begin next January, involves a proposal to build a bridge from Pengkalan Balak in Masjid Tanah to Indonesia, spanning a distance of 47.7 km.

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According to him, the large-scale project study will be refined before being submitted to MPFN for further review and evaluation.

“After that, we will bring this proposal to the Indonesian authorities to discuss joint implementation of the project.”

“We are confident that if realised, this bridge will have a significant economic impact on Melaka,” he said.

Connecting the two countries

Ab Rauf said the state government is investing about RM500,000 for consultancy services to assess the technical, economic, and logistical aspects of the project.

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Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh

He also informed that the state government plans to acquire 5,000 hectares of land in Masjid Tanah as a new industrial area to support the development of the Kuala Linggi International Port (KLIP) and blue economy activities in Melaka.

“This bridge will become the final ‘world gateway’ connecting Malaysia and Indonesia, opening up broader cooperation opportunities between the two countries,” he said.

 

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CHEAPER NEW ETS LINE TO SINGAPORE?

We can have a new ETS line from KLIA to Singapore. The line from KLIA goes to Port Dickson, Masjid Tanah, Sungai Udang, Melaka, Muar, Batu Pahat, Iskandar and Singapore.

This will be the South West corridor. Costs wise should be cheaper than the HSR  as the ETS can be built by local contractors like the newly opened from KL to JB.

ETS FROM KL SENTRAL TO JB SENTRAL STARTED TODAY

Finally the whole double tracking Electric Train from the North to the South has been completed today.

This was done by the completion of the ETS from Kluang to Johor Baru today.

Full train today by passengers.

Instead of the proposed HSR line from KL to Singapore, we can have a new ETS line from Seremban to Port Dickson, Sungai Udang, Melaka, Muar, Batu Pahat, Iskandar Puteri and Singapore, the Southwest corridor.

BUKIT MELAKA

Bukit Melaka is the new name of St. Paul's Hill.

KL SENTRAL TO JB FROM 12.12.2025

The new ETS train from KL Sentral to JB Sentral will begin on 12 th. December 2025.

The trip one way will take about 3.5 to 4 hours. One way fare is only RM 82.00 per person.

For visitors from Melaka to catch this ETS, you have to travel to Pulau Sebang/Tampin.

CRUISE SHIPS TO MELAKA

Based on records received by the Tourism Promotion Division of the Melaka Chief Minister's Department, a total of 249,829 tourists have boarded luxury cruise ships to Melaka.

State tourism, heritage, arts and culture committee chairman Datuk Abdul Razak Abdul Rah­man said the arrival of the tourists was via six luxury cruise ships – Genting Dream, Seven Sea Voyager, Riviera, Star Voyager, Regatta and Nautica.

"However, only 143,218 tourists have landed at the Melaka Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security Complex," he said at the Melaka State Legislative Assembly session at the Seri Negeri Complex here on Monday (Dec 8).

He was answering a question from Low Chee Leong (PH-Kota Laksamana) regarding the number of luxury cruise ship tourist landings in Melaka each month since 2024.

Regarding the construction of the Cruise Terminal on Pulau Melaka, Abdul Razak stated that development work has begun, and progress was at approximately 5%.

"To date, a total of 60 piles have been installed, marking the start of construction work on the terminal's basic structure.

WHY NO DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM CHINA TO MELAKA?

No, there are no direct flights from China to Melaka (Malacca International Airport - MKZ); flights connect via hubs like Kuala Lumpur (KUL) or Singapore (SIN), but you'll likely fly into KUL from major Chinese cities (Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen) and take a bus or connecting flight to Melaka. 

Direct flights exist from China to Malaysia, but land in bigger airports, not MKZ. 

With Chinese people knows about MELAKA, the Tourism Melaka should explore this possibility.

MONOPOLY MELAKA EDITION?

Hasbro Malaysia just launched KL Edition Monopoly to promote KL Tourism Year 2026.

Melaka being the renown historical city should have her own Monopoly Melaka Edition in 2026.

In 2022, I did a sample for this gameboard. 

MELAKA TARGETS 19 MILLION VISITORS IN 2026

 

Melaka targets over 19 million tourists next year, says Ab Rauf

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• Saturday, 22 Nov 2025

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ALOR GAJAH: The Melaka government is targeting more than 19 million tourist arrivals next year in conjunction with Visit Melaka Year 2.0 (VMY 2.0), says Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh.

He said a total of 225 tourism events, including nine major programmes, have been planned to attract both domestic and international visitors, with projected tourism revenue reaching RM20bil

TALK ABOUT SAVING BUKIT CHINA

There will be a talk on Saving Bukit China by Mr Ee Tiang Heng on 25th. November 2025.

CHEE FAMILY MELAKA

Take a look at this video, 'Chee family Melaka' https://share.google/GuJ2zSSF1yyenJ4aF

PULAU MELAKA SITE GAZETTED

 

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Melaka gazettes Pulau Melaka site after discovery of 1,200-year-old shipwreck predating Parameswara

    

Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh and National Heritage Department director-general Mohamad Muda Bahadin inspect porcelain and old coins discovered on Pulau Melaka. — Bernama pic

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Friday, 07 Nov 2025 9:23 AM MYT

MELAKA, Nov 7 — The Melaka government has gazetted the area where wooden fragments believed to be part of a ship’s hull, estimated to be over 1,200 years old, were discovered on Pulau Melaka, as a restricted zone to facilitate excavation works by the National Heritage Department (JWN).

PRE-PARAMESWARA MELAKA

 

Pre-Parameswara era ship wooden plank discovery sheds new light on Melaka history

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Pre-Parameswara era ship wooden plank discovery sheds new light on Melaka historBy Bernama

October 31, 2025 @ 11:15pm

A wooden plank believed to be a fragment of a ship’s hull, discovered at Pulau Melaka here. PIC BY BERNAMA

MELAKA: The discovery of a wooden plank believed to be a part of a vessel found in Pulau Melaka here is expected to shed new light on the history and maritime activities in Melaka before Parameswara's arrival in the area.

The extraordinary find during an excavation by the National Heritage Department (JWM), with the cooperation of the Melaka Museum Corporation (Perzim) and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), is believed to be part of a 1,200 to 1,300 year-old ship belonging to noblity, predating Melaka's official history that began around 1262 or the 13th century.

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Malaysia’s Melaka Offers Complimentary Entry to Attractions for Tourists in Traditional Nonya Kebaya to Celebrate Cultural Heritage

 Published on October 24, 2025

Melaka, a city well-known for its dynamic cultural landscape and extensive history, is actively working to preserve its legacy. The state has revealed plans to provide free admission to a number of its well-known sites to visitors wearing traditional Nonya kebaya clothing as part of a new tourism initiative. In addition to honouring the Peranakan and Chetti communities who have influenced the city’s history, the state government hopes that this action will inspire tourists to discover the richness of Melaka’s multicultural identity.

Acknowledging the Peranakan Heritage

Melaka’s Nonya kebaya initiative is deeply rooted in the city’s desire to celebrate its cultural diversity and unique heritage. The Peranakan culture, a blend of local and Chinese influences, has long been a defining characteristic of Melaka’s history. The introduction of this initiative is not just an appreciation of the Nonya kebaya but a broader effort to preserve the traditions and customs of the Peranakan Chinese and Chetti communities, whose cultural contributions have enriched the region over centuries. Visitors dressed in traditional attire will have the opportunity to explore Melaka’s history through its monuments, buildings, and landscapes, which tell the story of these two culturally significant communities.

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Complimentary Access to Popular Attractions

As part of the cultural initiative, tourists visiting Melaka in the traditional Nonya kebaya will enjoy free entry to several top attractions, with the Melaka Zoo being one of the main inclusions. The zoo, home to a variety of wildlife, serves as an excellent representation of the state’s commitment to integrating nature with heritage tourism. In addition to the zoo, the package will also include free access to the famed Melaka River Cruise. The river, which has been an integral part of Melaka’s trade and history, offers visitors a scenic journey through the heart of the city, where they can observe colonial buildings, traditional wooden houses, and lush greenery lining the riverbanks.

The initiative will officially kick off in 2026 and is part of the state’s broader tourism strategy to create a more engaging and immersive experience for visitors. The Peranakan and Chetti communities have long been celebrated for their vibrant cultures, and this initiative serves as a reminder of the importance of cultural preservation and living heritage.