MELAKA, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- The Southern Region office of the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC), in collaboration with the Melaka Land and Mines Office (PTG), is stepping up efforts to implement the bureaucratic red tape reform (RKB) through improvements to processes, procedures and policies related to land administration in the state.
MPC said the initiative focuses on four strategic projects, namely the marking of Malay quota plans for strata titles, improving the issuance of final titles (FT) for government land applications (PTK), developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for integrated enforcement of mineral resources, and reviewing PTG directives issued from 1979 to 2023.
It said the proposed improvements are expected to reduce repetitive processes and documentation, standardise implementation procedures, clarify application requirements, and strengthen monitoring and coordination among agencies.
"These measures will provide greater certainty for the public and businesses, reduce waiting times and compliance costs, and minimise the need for repeated dealings with the authorities.
"For the review of PTG directives, 29 directives were assessed, with 16 proposed for repeal, four to be repealed and replaced, six to be retained with amendments, and three to be retained without amendments," it said in a statement today.
The statement added that the review was important to ensure land administration directives remained relevant, clear and aligned with current requirements.
MPC said the proposed improvements would be further refined through stakeholder engagement sessions, the review of SOPs and guidelines, the development of new directives and the implementation of pilot projects.
It said the final recommendations would be submitted to the state authorities and the Melaka State Executive Council for consideration and approval.
Meanwhile, its Southern Region director Mohd Azwan Mohd Salleh said improving productivity in land administration was among the key factors in strengthening the state's competitiveness.
He said productivity was not merely about handling more transactions, but ensuring every process could be carried out faster, more accurately and with optimal use of resources.
"When land administration processes are simplified and provide certainty, the people will receive better services, businesses can reduce waiting costs and investors will have greater confidence in implementing projects in Melaka.
"More efficient land management also has the potential to accelerate industrial and commercial projects, spur economic activities, create job opportunities and increase the people's income," he said.
He said greater certainty in processes would also help businesses and investors make decisions faster and manage their business planning more effectively.
Melaka PTG deputy director Datuk Anis Ali Hasan said the improvements would serve as the foundation for establishing policies and procedures that are more consistent, transparent and responsive.
"This effort is not merely about resolving operational issues, but also aims to create a land service delivery system that is more efficient and easier to understand.
"Clear and standardised processes will help the public, agencies and stakeholders plan and carry out their dealings in a more organised manner," she said.
She said the implementation of the initiative was also in line with the Public Service Reform Agenda (ARPA), which emphasises people-centric service delivery, improved efficiency, reducing bureaucracy and continuous improvements based on outcomes.
The reforms, she said, would ensure that every government process delivers greater value to customers by reducing time, costs and uncertainty.
-- BERNAMA