Singapore and Malaysia to establish Johor SEZ in 2024, facilitating passport-free travel, digitized cargo, 100K jobs, and $26B annual economic boost.

Singapore and Malaysia plan to enhance economic integration through the Johor Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), proposed in January 2024. This zone will enable passport-free travel and digitized cargo clearance, fostering efficient movement across borders. The rapid transit system (RTS) linking Singapore to Johor Bahru is set to finish by 2026, facilitating faster travel. The initiative aims to create 100,000 jobs and boost Malaysia's economy by $26 billion annually over six years.

October 28, 2024
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