Browsing by Author "Subramaniam G"

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    Examining the Well-being of Citizens' Satisfaction: Comparing smart cities in Malaysia and China
    (e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK, 2023-05-19) Chong KM; Subramaniam G; Zhou B; Separa L
    In the digital era, smart cities are a potential solution as cities get more crowded and complex. This study investigates and assesses whether citizens' well-being is promoted by developing a smart city, consistent with Sustainable Development Goals 3 and 11. Online questionnaires were distributed to 105 and 134 citizens residing in Malaysia and China's smart cities respectively. Data was analysed using a structural equation modelling technique (SEM). This research supports the theoretical underpinnings of how smart cities are considered to be developed and the importance of citizen satisfaction as a mediator when evaluating citizens' well-being.
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    Willingness to use Public Transport in Kuala Lumpur & Manila
    (e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK., 2022-09-22) Chong KM; Subramaniam G; Ating R; Separa L
    Traffic congestion is a common phenomenon in all capital cities. This study aims to examine the willingness of Malaysians and Filipinos to use public transport and the factors that influence their willingness to use public transport in Kuala Lumpur and Manila. A self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 250 respondents using purposive sampling technique. PLS-SEM analysis shows that efficiency is essential for Malaysians while Filipino transport users pay more importance to reliability. It is crucial that a holistic perspective heeding in environmental, social and governance (ESG) in transportation can assist the government conserve the environment in line with SDG 11.