SEREMBAN, May 8 – A total of 59 projects have been proposed to be implemented to drive the development of Port Dickson’s coastline to turn it into an international tourism destination, the Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly sitting was told on Tuesday.
Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun said the projects, through the Port Dickson Coastal Special Area Plan (RKK), included 31 strategic or high-impact projects, 12 main projects and 16 support projects.
“It will be implemented in phases, namely Phase One from 2020 to 2023; Phase Two (2023-2026) and Phase Three (2026-2030).
“The Port Dickson Coastal RKK has been prepared for implementation by the Port Dickson Municipal Council (MPPD) and includes projects related to proposed roads, railway lines and landscaping,” he said.
Port Dickson Coastal RKK is a detailed development plan to strengthen the role of Port Dickson as an international coastal tourism town.
Aminuddin said the state government also plans to revive the railway service from Seremban to Port Dickson to help the transport industry and port logistics in Negeri Sembilan.