Saifuddin Nasution: JS‑SEZ proof of Madani govt’s economic strategy success, accounts for 66pc of Johor investments

“JOHOR BAHRU, May 17 — The development of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is proof of the effectiveness of the Madani Government’s strategy in translating economic prosperity into direct benefits for the state and its people. Pakatan Harapan (PH) secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the unique project, resulting from cooperation between the two countries, has successfully attracted major investments, accounting for 66 per cent of Johor’s total investments over the past year. He said to support the growth of the economic region, the government is placing strong emphasis on connectivity and mobility at the country’s entry points to ensure it is no longer constrained by outdated management systems. “We are replacing outdated border management systems, expediting procurement programmes, building new systems, and putting in place the most advanced infrastructure. We are now just awaiting their phased implementation,” he said. He said this in his speech at the PH Convention 2026 at the Persada Johor International Convention Centre here today. Saifuddin Nasution, who is also Home Minister, said efforts to address congestion at the Johor Causeway, Bangunan Sultan Iskandar and Kompleks Sultan Abu Bakar are now a priority for the Cabinet committee to ensure the smooth movement of people and goods. “The Johor-Singapore entry point is currently among the busiest in the world, so we can no longer be bound by outdated systems or old methods of managing it,” he said. Meanwhile, he said Johor was chosen as the venue for the convention to reinvigorate the coalition machinery, as the state is among those expected to face elections in the near future. He added that all the issues and messages raised by delegates during the convention would serve as a guide for the Presidential Council in determining the coalition’s strategy and political direction. He also reminded party machinery to play an active role in conveying accurate information about government policies to the public to prevent any gap between the administration’s achievements and understanding at the grassroots level. — Bernama

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