JS-SEZ catat RM88.83 bilion pelaburan diluluskan
Menteri Ekonomi, Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir berkata 45% daripada jumlah pelaburan yang diluluskan itu bernilai RM40.30 bilion telah direalisasikan.
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) has announced the approval of RM88.83 billion in investments between January 2025 and June 2026, with the potential to create 28,755 jobs, according to Malaysian Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. Out of the total investment, 45% amounting to RM40.30 billion has already been realized, involving projects expected to generate 12,796 jobs.
The minister emphasized that while the potential is significant, the real challenge and commitment from both nations are needed to realize this prospect and generate substantial benefits. He expressed a desire to maintain this momentum, which will benefit both countries, the people, and the business community. The JS-SEZ Summit with Malay Minister Chee Hong Tat of Singapore was presided over by Economy Minister Akmal and Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
The JS-SEZ aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation, enhance coordination, and monitor the implementation of key initiatives under the JS-SEZ. A Joint Ministerial Committee (JMC) was established under the JS-SEZ to coordinate efforts between the Malaysian and Singaporean ministers. Both nations agreed to launch a joint investment forum in the first quarter of 2027.
The master plan for JS-SEZ, scheduled to be launched by Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on December 2026, is expected to bring better prospects for the economic zone in the near future. With the master plan, the ministers anticipate a higher momentum in 2027 in terms of commitment from both nations.
Chee stressed that various agencies from both countries need to work closely to bolster cooperation and monitor the execution of specific initiatives, including skills development, facilitating movement of people and goods, promoting trade and investment, and enhancing transportation and connectivity. He believes that all these elements are crucial components to support the master plan and realize mutual benefits from the cooperation.
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