The recurring image of steps, stylized or otherwise, is in deference to one of Malacca's most unique characteristics: steps adorned with a multitude of colorful tiles.

These tiles symbolize the many cultures that have been experienced and nurtured by the oldest city in Malaysia.

The steps themselves symbolize the old connecting the new, the opportunities that lie at the top of the stairs, and the endless possibilities that will unfold themselves with the infusion of youthful creativity and innovation spurred by ICT