AWANI Tonight: JS-SEZ: Boosting cross-border business growth
Thilan Wickramasinghe from Maybank Securities Singapore shares insights on how businesses from Malaysia and Singapore can thrive through the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).
Tue Jan 07 2025
![JS-SEZ: 3 Game-changing facts for Malaysia and Singapore JS-SEZ: 3 Game-changing facts for Malaysia and Singapore](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51736236806_LawrenceWong.jpg)
JS-SEZ: 3 Game-changing facts for Malaysia and Singapore
Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is one of the ways to strengthen Malaysia and Singapore economy and collaboration.
Tue Jan 07 2025
![Malaysia, Singapore announce deal on Johor economic zone Malaysia, Singapore announce deal on Johor economic zone](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51736227124_TBWONGANWAR.jpg)
Malaysia, Singapore announce deal on Johor economic zone
The Southeast Asian neighbours first agreed in principle to jointly develop the economic zone a year ago.
Tue Jan 07 2025
![Signing of JS-SEZ agreement with Singapore postponed to next January - PM Signing of JS-SEZ agreement with Singapore postponed to next January - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/61733215568_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Signing of JS-SEZ agreement with Singapore postponed to next January - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the delay was due to Singapore PM Lawrence Wong being down with COVID-19.
Wed Dec 04 2024
![JS-SEZ to foster collaboration between Johor and Singapore for global investments JS-SEZ to foster collaboration between Johor and Singapore for global investments](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/61681486805_Tambakjohorsingap.jpg)
JS-SEZ to foster collaboration between Johor and Singapore for global investments
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone will enable Johor and Singapore to build on complementary strengths for better global investments.
Tue Oct 15 2024
![Forest City’s SFZ to be proposed under the Johor-Singapore special economic zone Forest City’s SFZ to be proposed under the Johor-Singapore special economic zone](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/61693216837_ForestCity.jpg)
Forest City’s SFZ to be proposed under the Johor-Singapore special economic zone
Based on the master plan, the target is to develop the area into an integrated zone for medical, tourism, education and real estate.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![Indonesian government receives proposals for seven new SEZs Indonesian government receives proposals for seven new SEZs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717408819_tbIndonesianewcap.jpg)
Indonesian government receives proposals for seven new SEZs
The Indonesian government has received proposals to establish seven new special economic zones (SEZs).
Tue Jul 23 2024
![Greater Klang Valley should become special economic zone - Amirudin Greater Klang Valley should become special economic zone - Amirudin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/81702190546_AmirudinShari.jpg)
Greater Klang Valley should become special economic zone - Amirudin
Datuk Amirudin Shari said that the initiative, involving four cities in the state, namely Petaling Jaya, Subang Jaya, Shah Alam and Klang.
Mon Feb 05 2024
![Singapore, Malaysia ink MOU on Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone Singapore, Malaysia ink MOU on Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51704946788_TBPMjpg.jpg)
Singapore, Malaysia ink MOU on Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone
The JS-SEZ is expected to further boost trade between Johor and Singapore.
Thu Jan 11 2024
![Anwar, Hsien Loong to meet tomorrow, marking another in Malaysia-Singapore bilateral ties Anwar, Hsien Loong to meet tomorrow, marking another in Malaysia-Singapore bilateral ties](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41704875415_TBMalaysiasingapo.jpg)
Anwar, Hsien Loong to meet tomorrow, marking another in Malaysia-Singapore bilateral ties
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Lee Hsien Loong will witness signing of MOU on Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone between M'sia and S'pore.
Wed Jan 10 2024
![Special Economic Zone, Financial Hub to boost Johor's global presence Special Economic Zone, Financial Hub to boost Johor's global presence](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/81695357323_JohorBahru.jpg)
Special Economic Zone, Financial Hub to boost Johor's global presence
As the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) between Johor and Singapore takes shape, along with the development of a special financial zone in Forest City, there will be a bright future for the state.
Fri Sep 22 2023
![Jho Low gave impression of close ties with Najib - Tengku Rahimah Jho Low gave impression of close ties with Najib - Tengku Rahimah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/41685516815_TBJHOLOW.jpg)
Jho Low gave impression of close ties with Najib - Tengku Rahimah
Tengku Rahimah says Jho Low played a key role in TIA's early stages, proposing its setup and identifying growth sectors.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Egypt plans to offer 'comprehensive proposal' to rebuild Gaza while Palestinians remain in Strip Egypt plans to offer 'comprehensive proposal' to rebuild Gaza while Palestinians remain in Strip](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739356184_tbrubbleofbuilding.jpg)
Egypt plans to offer 'comprehensive proposal' to rebuild Gaza while Palestinians remain in Strip
Egypt says it is looking forward to cooperating with US President Donald Trump to reach comprehensive and just peace in the region.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Malaysia exported RM288.23 mil palm oil and palm-based products to Central Asia in 2024 Malaysia exported RM288.23 mil palm oil and palm-based products to Central Asia in 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51737690501_palmoil.jpg)
Malaysia exported RM288.23 mil palm oil and palm-based products to Central Asia in 2024
Central Asia is an important export destination for Malaysian palm oil, says Datuk Chan Foong Hin.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![GISB CEO, 21 others plead not guilty to being members of organised crime group GISB CEO, 21 others plead not guilty to being members of organised crime group](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739350796_pengurusantertinggi.jpg)
GISB CEO, 21 others plead not guilty to being members of organised crime group
The charges provide for imprisonment of between five and 20 years upon conviction.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Malaysian court orders government, analyst to pay damages in Mongolian murder case Malaysian court orders government, analyst to pay damages in Mongolian murder case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739344427_TBBAGINDAALTANTUYA.jpg)
Malaysian court orders government, analyst to pay damages in Mongolian murder case
Court orders Abdul Razak Baginda to pay a total of more than 9 million ringgit to the family of murdered Mongolian Altantuya Shaariibuu.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Ten million Indians take holy dip on key day of Kumbh Mela festival Ten million Indians take holy dip on key day of Kumbh Mela festival](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739347253_Sangam.jpg)
Ten million Indians take holy dip on key day of Kumbh Mela festival
Hindus consider this year's event even more significant as having the power to free them of the cycle of rebirth.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Spain's former soccer chief Rubiales says player Hermoso consented to kiss Spain's former soccer chief Rubiales says player Hermoso consented to kiss](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739338431_FormerSpanishsocce.jpg)
Spain's former soccer chief Rubiales says player Hermoso consented to kiss
Jenni Hermoso says she was pressured to agree to a statement downplaying the kiss.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![With Musk at his side, Trump orders US agencies to plan for 'large-scale' staff cuts With Musk at his side, Trump orders US agencies to plan for 'large-scale' staff cuts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739348200_ElonMuskDonaldTr.jpg)
With Musk at his side, Trump orders US agencies to plan for 'large-scale' staff cuts
The executive order was the latest effort by Donald Trump and Elon Musk to shrink and align the US govt with Trump's policy priorities.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![EPF denies claims regarding MAHB investment EPF denies claims regarding MAHB investment](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/41725066033_KWSPEPF.jpg)
EPF denies claims regarding MAHB investment
In a statement today, EPF said that these claims are unfounded.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Woman hits senior citizen on head with brick, escapes with gold chain Woman hits senior citizen on head with brick, escapes with gold chain](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51726380928_TBLOGOPDRM.jpg)
Woman hits senior citizen on head with brick, escapes with gold chain
According to police, the suspect approached the victim on the pretext of asking about a house for rent.
Wed Feb 12 2025