Selangor aims to have same status as Tokyo, Shanghai or Dubai

Selangor's Chief Minister Amirudin Shari has expressed aspirations for the state to attain a similar standing as Tokyo, Shanghai, or Dubai in Southeast Asia. The Selangor government aims to leverage its economic might, technological advancements, ports, and infrastructure to forge its unique economic identity in the region, as reported by Sinar Harian.

Amirudin emphasized that Selangor is not confined to emulating Singapore's model but can draw inspiration from various global economic powerhouses like Tokyo, Osaka, Shanghai, and Dubai. He clarified that Selangor's development does not necessitate replicating Shanghai's port status or Dubai's extensive waterfront, given its existing facilities and infrastructure.

Speaking at a media engagement session in Shah Alam, Amirudin mentioned that the state's Second Selangor Plan outlines six strategic missions across 25 focus areas, targeting RM600 billion in economic value generation within five years. He noted that Johor and Singapore, with their established development and high economic activity concentrations, each possess distinctive strengths.

Meanwhile, Selangor's main asset is its human capital and the rapid growth of its economic activity driven by the population's skills and capabilities. The state is also bolstered by a burgeoning educational, technical, and vocational infrastructure catering to industrial requirements. Amirudin urged the public to grasp the broader context of Selangor's development rather than focusing on isolated issues or local problems.

He emphasized that Selangor's established economic activity level commands high expectations from the state government.