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Possibility of MRT link between S'pore and Johor still being discussed
By Asha Popatlal, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 30 March 2008 1713 hrs

 
 
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SINGAPORE: Transport Minister Raymond Lim said it is premature to say whether Singapore's MRT line will eventually extend into Johor Bahru.

He was responding to reporters on Sunday about a recent Bernama report which had quoted Johor Menteri Besar Abdul Ghani Othman as saying that a block of flats that was being torn down was for a train station that would serve as an extension of Singapore's MRT line.

The Menteri Besar had added that while they were still in early stages of negotiation with the Singapore authorities, he would be happy if the project could get off the ground in three or four years' time.

He had said the move would also complement the proposed light rail system being planned for the southern city.

Mr Lim said there is a working group with officials from both sides looking into how best to enhance connectivity between Singapore and Johor.

While one of the options is a rail link, Mr Lim said other options are still being discussed.

"We are exploring the possibility of whether or not to have this link. We think it's good to have this link, it will enhance connectivity between the two countries. We are keen on this, but we have to discuss how best to do this," he said.


- CNA/so

 

 



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