How were developers selected for the degazetted Selangor land?

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Gabungan Indah Sdn Bhd and Vibrantscape Sdn Bhd Selected as Developers for Degazetted Selangor Land

Gabungan Indah Sdn Bhd was appointed as the developer for the degazetted land in Selangor. This company, incorporated on December 2, 2020, is wholly owned by Vibrantscape Sdn Bhd, which was incorporated a day earlier on December 1, 2020. Vibrantscape Sdn Bhd, in turn, is fully owned by Perdana Parkcity, the developer known for Desa Parkcity in Kuala Lumpur. Both Gabungan Indah Sdn Bhd and Vibrantscape Sdn Bhd are described as shelf companies, each having a paid-up capital of only RM1.
Initial Proposal Involved MBI Selangor and Titian Jutaria Sdn Bhd

The selection process for developers followed an initial proposal for the degazettement of the Kuala Langat North Forest Reserve (KLNFR). Menteri Besar Selangor Incorporated (MBI Selangor) had initially applied for this degazettement, drawing criticism for a potential conflict of interest as the Menteri Besar himself is part of the decision-making committee. In March of the previous year, the Selangor Menteri Besar indicated that Titian Jutaria Sdn Bhd, a company linked to the Selangor royal family, and MBI Selangor had put forward a proposal to develop the KLNFR. Titian Jutaria Sdn Bhd has since been dissolved.
Concerns Raised Over Transparency and Merit in Developer Selection

The selection of private entities for such projects raises concerns about the process and adherence to transparent procedures. It is argued that private entities should be chosen based on their merits through a transparent selection process, free from any undue influence on governmental procedures. The acquisition of these shelf companies with minimal paid-up capital by a well-established developer like Perdana Parkcity, following the initial proposal involving state-linked entities, has drawn scrutiny regarding the fairness and openness of the developer appointment.
Public Outcry and Calls for Accountability Amidst Degazettement Decision

The decision to degazette 536.7 hectares of the KLNFR and subsequently appoint developers has faced significant public opposition. Despite overwhelming objections, including 45,423 formal objections, numerous petitions accumulating around 130,000 signatures, and unanimous support for a motion to protect all Selangor forest reserves by 56 state assemblypersons, the Selangor government has proceeded with the degazettement. This has led to calls for greater accountability and transparency in how such decisions are made and how developers are selected, especially when significant environmental and public interest is involved.

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