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

Selangor's Chief Minister Amirudin Shari expressed the state's ambition to attain the same prominence as Tokyo, Shanghai, or Dubai in Southeast Asia. He highlighted the key strengths of Selangor, emphasizing its human capital and the growth of economic activity fueled by the population's skills and capabilities.

Amirudin pointed out that Selangor's extensive facilities and comprehensive infrastructure allow the state to carve out its unique economic identity within the Southeast Asian region. He further clarified that the state does not need to replicate Singapore's model, but rather can draw inspiration from other global economic hubs like Tokyo, Osaka, Shanghai, and Dubai.

The Selangor government is currently formulating the Second Selangor Plan, an economic blueprint consisting of six strategic missions across 25 focus areas. The plan aims to generate RM600 billion in economic value within the next five years. Amirudin addressed the state's direction under this plan during a media engagement session in Shah Alam.

Conversely, Johor and Singapore boast their own strengths, as they already exhibit strong development and a significant economic concentration. In contrast, Selangor possesses distinct advantages, including a burgeoning education, technical, and vocational ecosystem that aligns with industrial requirements. Amirudin stressed that understanding the larger context of Selangor's development is crucial, rather than solely focusing on localized issues or challenges.

He emphasized that the state's high levels of economic activity also dictate the high expectations placed on the state government.