JOHOR BARU: Attracting more foreign direct investments (FDIs) into Malaysia will be key in driving up wages, and that in turn would help to stop locals from seeking greener pastures abroad, say business groups.
JOHOR BARU: The state government should offer flood relief incentives to Johor-based small and medium enterprises (SMEs), says the advisor of an association for these businesses.
JOHOR BARU: Setting up the Iskandar Malaysia economic zone puts Johor in a prime position to attract more foreign investments, especially from Singapore which is facing high rent and operating costs, say business groups.
JOHOR BARU: A special committee has been formed to look into squatter issues in Johor to ensure there is no land trespassing, says Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor.
JOHOR BARU: Foreign workers coming into Malaysia under the new Relaxation of Foreign Workers Recruitment Plan must also include skilled workers, say industry players in Johor.