{"id":106870,"date":"2025-03-04T10:31:27","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T02:31:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iqiglobal.com\/blog\/?p=106870"},"modified":"2026-01-09T15:57:47","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T07:57:47","slug":"malaysia-tops-asean-in-affordable-housing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iqiglobal.com\/blog\/malaysia-tops-asean-in-affordable-housing\/","title":{"rendered":"Malaysia Tops ASEAN in Affordable Housing with 6X Investment | Juwai IQI\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In the race to build affordable housing<\/mark><\/a>, did you know that Malaysia has emerged as a clear leader in Southeast Asia, dedicating RM2.85 billion annually<\/strong> to this critical sector? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to recent reports, Malaysia’s commitment is significantly greater compared to its ASEAN neighbours<\/mark><\/a><\/strong>, spending six times more<\/strong> than countries like Indonesia <\/mark><\/a>and the Philippines<\/a> <\/mark>on affordable housing initiatives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This effort is part of Malaysia’s strategy to meet the ambitious goal of building 500,000 affordable<\/strong> homes by 2026, as outlined in the 12th Malaysia Plan<\/a>.<\/mark><\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n

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Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO<\/strong>, Kashif Ansari, said that Malaysia, with a population of 34 million and a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita of RM51,001, has still managed to spend a large amount, allocating RM2.85 billion annually<\/strong> for affordable housing. <\/p>\n\n\n

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The target was initially viewed as highly ambitious when it was announced, but with 443,259 units<\/strong> completed by last September<\/strong>, fewer than 60,000 will need to be built in 2025 and 2026.”<\/p>\nJuwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO<\/strong>, Kashif Ansari<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Malaysia’s robust investments have positioned it among the top five ASEAN nations<\/strong> in terms of per capita spending on affordable housing, despite its limited resources.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an ever-growing urban population<\/strong>, the government’s sustainable approach<\/strong>, combining economic growth<\/strong> and smart urban planning<\/strong>, ensures Malaysia remains at the forefront of providing accessible housing for its citizens.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This dedication is set to help Malaysia manage the influx of 1.4 million<\/strong> new urban residents by 2030, solidifying its role as a regional leader<\/strong> in affordable housing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With continued efforts and dedication<\/strong>, Malaysia is paving the way for more inclusive housing solutions<\/strong> in ASEAN, setting an example<\/strong> for its neighbours in the region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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