JOHOR BARU: The Ruler of Johor has expressed his wish to personally drive investments into the state as manufacturers worldwide prepare to step up production again in a post-Covid-19 era. “It is important to note that every stake player understands the importance of the state economy, ” he said. Sultan Ibrahim said Johor did not just want investments from other countries but wanted their families to settle down in Johor Baru and Iskandar Puteri. In addition to Chinese, Singaporeans, and Malaysians, Forest City hopes to attract buyers from Indonesia, Vietnam, Brunei, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. “Their presence will in fact lead to creation of jobs as part of the multiplying effect from property development.”His Majesty urged the Johor state government to prepare itself for the post-Covid 19 situation.

Source: The Star February 20, 2021 17:37 UTC