KUALA LUMPUR, 1 July 2026 (The Capital Post) – The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) continues to emerge as a key catalyst for regional economic growth, opening new opportunities to attract high-quality investments and strengthen cross-border collaboration between Malaysia and Singapore.
Minister of Economy, YB Tuan Haji Akmal Nasrullah Haji Mohd Nasir, today officiated the JS-SEZ Executive Forum 2026, which brought together more than 250 policymakers, business leaders, investors and industry players from both domestic and international markets.
The forum focused on the potential of JS-SEZ as a strategic gateway for European companies entering the ASEAN market, in line with efforts to position Malaysia and Singapore as complementary regional economic hubs.
Held under the theme “Unlocking the Malaysia-Singapore Advantage: Your Gateway to ASEAN Growth”, the forum highlighted the combined strengths of Malaysia’s industrial ecosystem and Singapore’s global connectivity in driving investment flows and enhancing regional economic integration.
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In his keynote address, Akmal Nasrullah stressed that the success of JS-SEZ must translate into tangible outcomes, including the implementation of high-value projects, the creation of skilled job opportunities, technology transfer, and direct benefits for local businesses.
He added that the initiative is not only crucial for strengthening national competitiveness but also for positioning the region as a premier investment destination in Southeast Asia. – The Capital Post.
