OBJECTIVE
Showcase Johor's investment potential, particularly in JS-SEZ, FDI, data centres, transportation, infrastructure and talent development.
THEME
Johor : The Gateway to Southeast Asia
Johor is positioning itself as Southeast Asia’s next investment hotspot. The 1st Annual Johor Investment Summit 2024 offers a front-row seat to the rapidly expanding Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). Here, foreign direct investment (FDI), data centres, transportation, and infrastructure are transforming the region into a key player in Southeast Asia’s economic landscape.
With a lineup of Panel Discussions, Fireside Chats, and Lightning Talks, the event brings together public officials, industry leaders, and investors to explore Johor’s investment potential. Expect sharp insights into talent development and the sectors fuelling Johor’s rise.
Global investors are taking note, as the region’s robust infrastructure and strategic location offer significant returns. Engage with decision-makers, learn from case studies, and discover why Johor is becoming a focal point for growth in Southeast Asia.
Opportunities await—don’t miss out
THE FACES
EMCEE
Freda Liu
OPENING REMARKS
Nurjesmi Mohd Nashir
Chief Executive Officer
Affin Hwang Investment Bank
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
YAB Dato’ Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Menteri Besar of Johor
CLOSING REMARKS
Han Kwee Juan
Group Executive
and Country Head,
DBS Bank Singapore
PANEL DISCUSSION 1
Johor: A Prime Investment Destination
This session will highlight Johor’s position as a prime investment destination in , focusing on its economic strengths, strategic initiatives, and drivers of global investment.YB Lee Ting Han will discuss state-level policies promoting economic growth and FDI, outlining how Johor fosters a business-friendly environment and key sectors with high investment potential. Datuk Syed Mohamed Syed Ibrahim will showcase JCorp’s role in Johor’s economic growth, highlighting projects that boost investment appeal and support a robust ecosystem for both domestic and foreign investors. He will also outline JCorp's broader vision for Johor’s role in the SEA corridor.
Mr. Taimur Baig will analyse global and regional economic trends, focusing on how macroeconomic factors and financial markets impact investment in Southeast Asia, with an emphasis on Johor's ties to Singapore as a regional gateway.
MODERATOR
Freda Liu
PANELLISTS
YB Lee Ting Han
Johor State Investment,
Trade, Consumer Affairs and
Human Resources Committee Chairman
YBhg Datuk Syed Mohamed Syed Ibrahim
President & Chief Executive
Johor Corporation
Taimur Baig
Managing Director,
Chief Economist,
Group Research & Strategy
DBS Bank Singapore
FIRESIDE CHATS
Dive into the real-world experiences of investors in Johor as they reveal the challenges they’ve overcome and the opportunities they’ve seized. This session promises to spark insightful conversations and offer a dynamic look at what makes investing in Johor a thrilling and rewarding journey.
MODERATOR
Wan Mohd Firdaus
Wan Mohd Fuaad
Managing Director
Investment Banking
Affin Hwang Investment Bank
PANELLISTS
Kevin Li
Chief Financial Officer
Forest City/Country Garden
(Malaysia & Singapore)
Asher Ling
Chief Technology Officer
and Managing Director,
Singapore and Malaysia
Princeton Digital Group
PANEL DISCUSSION 2
JS-SEZ: Powering Regional Growth through Strategic Investment and Talent Development
This session will explore how the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is positioned to power regional growth by aligning strategic investment opportunities with a strong focus on talent development. The panel will examine the critical relationship between investment, industries, and the talent pipeline, highlighting how these factors are essential to the success of the JS-SEZ.
The conversation will highlight Invest Johor’s role in facilitating investments by ensuring collaboration between government agencies and private enterprises to meet investor requirements, particularly in terms of infrastructure and industry needs. The panel will explore how EduCity serves as a key enabler in providing industry-aligned professionals through its degree programs, specifically designed to meet the needs of Johor’s growing industries, such as logistics, manufacturing, and digital infrastructure. JSkills will be central to the conversation on upskilling local talent, ensuring that the industries setting up in the JS-SEZ have a steady stream of skilled workers. TalentCorp will complement this by outlining how collaborations between the government and the private sector are addressing talent shortages and fostering a sustainable workforce.
MODERATOR
Manohar Johnson
Southern Region Assurance Partner PwC MalaysiaPANELLISTS
Natazha Hariss
Chief Executive
Invest Johor
YBhg Dato' Idzham Mohd Hashim
President & Chief Executive Officer
Iskandar Investment Berhad
Najmie Noordin
Chief Learning Officer
Johor Corporation/
Chairman of JSkills
& Member of the JTDC Council
Nazrul Aziz
Group Chief Strategy Officer
Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad
LIGHTNING TALKS
This session showcases four dynamic 15-minute presentations, each focusing on key investment opportunities and developments in Johor. Topics include advancements in renewable energy, oil & gas, logistics and real estate & infrastructure - a comprehensive overview of how these sectors are shaping Johor’s future.
SPEAKERS
Harman Faiz Habib Muhamad
Chief Executive Officer
UEM Lestra Berhad
Chan Yew Kai
Executive Deputy Chairman
DIALOG Group Berhad
Ong Hock Keng
Director
Tiong Nam Freight
Management Sdn Bhd
Ahmad Fadzli Zainudin
Executive Director of
Strategy Damansara
Holdings Berhad