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LETTER | Concern over RM40b development project in Langkawi A - LETTER | We from the MareCet Research Organisation (MareCet), a local marine conservation NGO, are disheartened with the recent news of the proposed RM40 billion [email protected] mixed development project in Langkawi, which was highlighted in various local news portals on Jan 20 and 21, 2021. We are deeply concerned about this mega development project that reportedly will involve reclamation of about 800-1000ha (1900+ acres) of coastal sea area in Langkawi for an artificial island complete with luxury resorts, golf courses, business centres and shopping malls. Dredging and infilling in an area that is as biodiverse as Langkawi would bring about detrimental effects to the local wildlife and marine ecosystems. Intertidal organisms such as crabs, juvenile fish, octopus and much more also call the surrounding mudflats and reef flats home. ....