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Johor steps up Singapore investment push with RM110 billion in approved investments and 8% GDP growth on the table
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk Merzsam Singkee , as published by The Independent Singapore
· September 1, 2026
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Key points This effort is expected to create over 24,500 new jobs across nearly 400 projects. A significant investment push is underway, with approved investments totaling RM110 billion.
A significant investment push is underway, with approved investments totaling RM110 billion. This effort is expected to create over 24,500 new jobs across nearly 400 projects. Economic growth is also a key focus, with an 8% GDP growth rate achieved, the highest in Malaysia. The GDP reached RM170.9 billion last year.
A roundtable discussion was held with representatives of 39 companies and organizations, where the economic case was presented. This event was attended by Maybank Singapore and the Singapore Manufacturing Federation.
Further details on this investment push and the associated economic growth are available from Invest Johor and other sources.
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Category: business Published: September 1, 2026 Source: The Independent Singapore Reading time: 1 min
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