The controversy surrounding the high-rise hotel projects in Penang that may jeopardise its World Heritage Site listing has now become more and more politicised.
Melaka's CM has now voiced his displeasure at the Penang State Government for allowing the developers involved to build high rise hotels in the Heritage zone and its surrounding. Maybe he's jumping into conclusion and try to score a few cheap political points (UMNO election round the corner). I believe the Penang State Government is still studying all aspect of solutions that will be acceptable to all.
Ali Rustam seemed to be baffled why Lim Guan Eng couldn't reverse the decision made by the previous adminstration. He must be joking! Things are not that easy, as the statement made by the previous admin had made it clear that they are afraid that the big players like YTL might just pull out from the state if the agreement is not being honoured. It will take great effort and a lot of good will to make a compromise for all to be happy. I reckon, reversing the decision might involve huge payout as compensations. Who will bear the cost?
As the norm in Malaysia's politics, it always adopt the 'I take credit, you take blame' stand. I'm sure everyone will harp that they are the one who got Melaka and Penang listed but when there are signs of troubles ahead, 'it's you who got me into this mess' accusations flying all over town. Why don't Ali Rustam give constructive views on how to solve the issue with Lim. Asking for a 'divorce' is balless! I don't think Melaka can claim to be a Heritage site based on its own merit because like it or not they need Penang and Penang needs them too.
Put politics aside, work on a solution. That will be the best way forward rather than talking rubbish and act like a hero. Maybe he thinks SRK can help Melaka maintain the listing even without Penang when he receives his Datuk title. DREAM ON, PAL!
A loss for Penang will be a loss for all Malaysians; not just Melaka!
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