pemA joint investment promotion agency could boost engagement and help maximise opportunities.
The proposed Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone continues to gain support with 93% of Singaporean businesses considering Johor as an attractive investment destination, according to a report by the Singapore Business Federation .
To maximise the potential of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone , 58% of the companies said a joint investment promotion agency could market the zone and facilitate investor engagement. A third supported having a platform that will facilitate collaboration and networking opportunities. Nearly 60% of the companies said they were having difficulties in sourcing technical and skilled workers in Johor – a problem that the majority believes is caused by employment pass issues, skill gaps and salary mismatch.
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