Merdeka 118

Merdeka 118, formerly known as Menara Warisan Merdeka, KL 118 and PNB 118, is a 118-story megatall skyscraper in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. At tall, it is the second-tallest building and structure in the world, only behind the Burj Khalifa at . The building's name, Merdeka (which means "independence" in Malay), is inspired by its proximity to Stadium Merdeka. The spire of the building was completed in October 2021, which marked its final height of above ground and above sea level. It is the tallest building in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. It surpassed the Exchange 106 to become the tallest building in Malaysia and surpassed the Landmark 81 to become the tallest building in Southeast Asia, taking these titles by virtue of its tall spire. The building will also be the first in Malaysia to receive a triple platinum rating from worldwide sustainability certifications, including Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED). Background The Merdeka 118 (the whole precinct's) development is a land funded by Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB), with a budget of RM5 billion (US$ billion). When completed in 2023, the tower became the tallest building in Malaysia. It was constructed in three phases and consists of of residential, hotel and commercial space.