“To date, Johor has shown encouraging performance, recording the country’s highest approved investments totalling RM91.1 billion in the first nine months of 2025 and hence surpassing Selangor (RM51.9 billion), Kuala Lumpur (RM45.9 billion) and Penang (RM23.7 billion).”
“Mohd Effandi [Universiti Technologi Malaysia] said one of the most important factors requiring attention is the ability to integrate economic operations between Johor and Singapore, citing the development model of Shenzhen and Hong Kong as an example.”
“In the context of the JS-SEZ, he said, research and development (R&D), financial activities could be focused in Singapore, while Johor concentrates on high-value manufacturing, logistics and supply chain aspects.”
“Mohd Effandi said the Rapid Transit System Link (RTS Link) between Johor Bahru and Singapore, digital customs clearance and the development of other supporting infrastructure will serve as key catalysts for attracting high-quality investments into the state.”
“The JS-SEZ Master Plan and Investment Blueprint will be launched on March 30.”