Sep 04, 2025
RM56 billion! Johor leads the nation in approved investments in the first half of the year, as Chinese companies seize new opportunities in Southeast Asia!
When expanding into Southeast Asia, Chinese enterprises should not view Singapore and Malaysia as mutually exclusive choices. Instead, they can adopt a “dual-city” strategy: using Singapore as a regional headquarters and financial hub, and Johor as an industrial and operational base. This “two-pronged” approach enables a long-term, stable overseas expansion strategy. In the coming years, Johor is highly likely to become the “dark horse” in Southeast Asia’s investment landscape, making now the best time for companies to establish a presence and secure a first-mover advantage.








