Johor and Pahang explore cooperation on startup ecosystem as Lee Ting Han meets Pahang investment EXCO
MALAYSIA: Johor Investment, Trade, Consumer Affairs and Human Resources Committee Chairman Lee Ting Han has met Pahang’s State Executive Councillor for Investment, Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dato’ Mohamad Nizar, to discuss how the two states could work together to strengthen their ecosystems for new businesses. According to his translated Facebook post, the meeting took place…
Johor and Pahang are exploring the potential for cooperation to boost their startup ecosystems, following a recent meeting between Johor's Investment, Trade, Consumer Affairs and Human Resources Committee Chairman, Lee Ting Han, and Pahang's State Executive Councillor for Investment, Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dato' Mohamad Nizar. The meeting occurred during the Invest Malaysia programme, according to Lee's Facebook post.
Lee highlighted Johor's role as Malaysia's gateway to Singapore and ASEAN, emphasizing its strong presence in manufacturing, logistics, digital, green energy, energy, and maritime economy. These sectors provide a platform for young companies to grow and expand into regional markets. Notable ecosystems in Johor, such as the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, industrial zones, and innovation hubs, facilitate access to industrial partners, customers, investors, and supply chains.
Lee stressed that this partnership is not merely about technology, but also about strengthening the economic ties between the south and the east. Johor is receptive to collaboration that benefits both states, aiming to develop markets, generate quality jobs, and deliver economic advantages to residents. Lee concluded by stating that innovation is driving collaboration, and Johor continues to advance.
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