Kuala Lumpur’s Merdeka 118 has been named the Best Tall Building (300m+) by the Council on Vertical Urbanism (CVU) at the 2025 Awards in Toronto. Soaring 678.9 metres, it is Southeast Asia’s tallest and the world’s second-tallest tower. Developer PNB Merdeka Ventures hailed the win as global validation of its architectural brilliance, engineering innovation, and sustainability focus.
Merdeka 118 Crowned
CEO Datuk Tengku Ab. Aziz Tengku Mahmud said the tower embodies Malaysia’s independence spirit and urban ambition. The precinct integrates heritage, connectivity, and green design, redefining city living. This milestone cements Malaysia’s rising stature in global skyscraper excellence.
