Saturday, 1 March 2025

[Post 1056] Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone: What Is It? Will It Work? | CNA Correspondent | Full Episode


Summary

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is an ambitious project aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between Singapore and Malaysia while boosting regional growth. This CNA Correspondent episode delves into the opportunities the SEZ offers, including enhanced trade, investment and job creation, as well as its potential to develop cutting-edge infrastructure and technology hubs. 

While the SEZ promises to create new industries and provide employment across various sectors, challenges such as infrastructure, rising costs of living and long-term viability present potential obstacles to the joint venture. This episode looks at some of the concerns of businesses and residents and how the authorities are managing them as the SEZ takes shape, to ensure a prosperous future for both nations and the Southeast Asian region.

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