JOHOR BARU – The city here is expected to strengthen its position as a major international land gateway when the rapid transit system linking Malaysia and Singapore, and the Gemas-Johor Baru Electrified Double-Tracking Project are completed soon.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Hasni Mohammad said he believes the two mega projects will be the main contributors to the state’s economic recovery, benefiting residents and developing the state capital further.
The projects’ completion will also directly support the city’s Ibrahim International Business District (IIBD).
“The IIBD project, which covers 100ha in the middle of Johor Baru Sentral district, will become the ‘Southern Gateway of Malaysia’ and ‘next best option to live, work and play in Southeast Asia after Singapore’,” said Hasni after the virtual swearing-in ceremony for the Johor Baru mayor here today.
“The aim is in line with the strategic location of Johor Baru, which is next to Singapore, thereby making it the main land gateway to the republic from Malaysia.”
When IIBD is completed, Johor Baru will draw more strategic investments from various sectors with its world-class infrastructure, he said.
“These investments will put Johor Baru on the same standing as Kuala Lumpur, maybe even higher.
“More young people will migrate to the city from outside Johor as opportunities multiply due to the strategic investments.
“I am confident that the Johor Baru City Council will continue to provide services and support that exceed the expectations of city folk.”
Earlier, Datuk Mohd Noorazam Osman was sworn in as Johor Baru’s 13th mayor. – Bernama, August 29, 2021
