Johor Bahru: The RM27.4 billion investment recorded in Johor during the first quarter (1Q) of 2025 is a positive indicator of the investment climate in the state, said Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. He highlighted that the main sectors contributing to this significant investment include pharmaceuticals, information technology, artificial intelligence (AI), manufacturing, and semiconductors.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Onn Hafiz expressed optimism about the state’s economic prospects, noting that the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) has only just started, suggesting that this figure is just the beginning. He made these remarks during a press conference following the Johor Visit Year 2026 Townhall organized by Tourism Johor.

Onn Hafiz revealed that an economic forum is scheduled for next Monday, in collaboration with the Malaysian and Singaporean governments. This event has garnered interest from nearly 800 companies across various economic sectors, as well as potential investors, which could significantly boost the investment value in Johor.

Earlier, during the town hall, Onn Hafiz mentioned that the investment value recorded in the first quarter of this year is the highest in the state’s history, surpassing the approximately RM20 billion recorded from January to September last year. The town hall was convened to present strategic plans for the Visit Johor Year 2026 campaign, which aims to attract 12 million tourists next year.