SYNOPSIS

As the City Builder of Cyberjaya, Setia Haruman was entrusted with the responsibility of ensuring that this city is properly planned and developed with world class infrastructure. Envisioned in 1997 originally to be the silicon valley of the East using world class infrastructure and excellent connectivity to attract MNCs and IT giants to operate here, Cyberjaya has evolved over the years from being the premier ICT hub to a global technology hub. What is world class infrastructure? Is it sustainable to build major infra in advance of development? How has planning and infrastructure been affected by the increase in plot ratios and new development types such as Transit Oriented Development that have emerged over the last 20 years.  Competition is now between cities not just countries to attract talent and venture capital. Cyberjaya now aspires to be a smart city and living lab. How has city planning and stakeholder management been implemented to achieve this aspiration? What are the technology and innovation elements that have been implemented in Cyberjaya and how can other cities learn from Cyberjaya? The ultimate aim for us is to elevate the city’s image to not only be a technology and startup hub, but also as a livable city with a total population of 500,000 by 2035.


Note:  The visit is strictly limited to 25 participants registered on a first-come, first-served basis.