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Johor Property Market 2025: Poised for Growth Amid ASEAN Chairmanship As Malaysia assumes the ASEAN chairmanship in 2025, Johor is set to become a focal point for regional economic integration, increased foreign investment, and heightened property demand. Positioned as a strategic gateway to Singapore, Johor Bahru and the greater Iskandar Malaysia region are emerging as prime investment destinations,...

Sir Jeffrey Cheah Sunway Medical School: Pioneering Medical Education in Malaysia Bandar Sunway, Selangor, is set to become a new hub for medical education with the launch of the Sir Jeffrey Cheah Sunway Medical School. As part of Sunway University, this institution is poised to reshape the training of healthcare professionals, focusing on academic excellence, ethical leadership, and advanced...

RM2.95 Billion Eco Business Park VII Launched in Negeri Sembilan Under MVV 2.0 A tripartite agreement has been signed to develop the much-anticipated Eco Business Park VII (EBP VII) — a new integrated industrial park located in Bukit Pelandok, Negeri Sembilan. With a gross development value (GDV) of RM2.95 billion, the project falls under the ambitious Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0 (MVV 2.0) initiative, a...

Forest City Draws SFOs with 0% Tax Incentive, Signaling New Momentum in Johor’s JS-SEZ Malaysia’s ambition to revive Forest City as a premier financial and investment hub has received a major boost with the launch of a 0% tax incentive for Single Family Offices (SFOs) — with high-net-worth individuals already moving in. Among the first to qualify are billionaire investor Tan Sri Chua Ma Yu’s CMY...

Times Square 2: The Next Iconic Landmark in Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur's skyline is constantly evolving, and Times Square 2 is set to become one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, this new development promises a blend of luxury living, strategic location, and robust investment potential. Whether you are looking for a place to call home or a high-yield investment,...

Seremban Sentral: A Landmark Transit-Oriented Development Seremban is set for a transformative boost with the development of Seremban Sentral, a major transit-oriented development (TOD) spearheaded by Sunway Group. Strategically located near the Seremban Railway Station, this project aims to redefine urban living and transport connectivity, enhancing the city's appeal as a dynamic and modern hub. The...

EWI Capital to Enter Malaysia Property Market as Overseas Focus Shifts Eco World International Bhd (KL:EWINT) — soon to be renamed EWI Capital Bhd — has announced its strategic entry into the Malaysian real estate market, a major shift from its original mandate to focus exclusively on overseas developments in the UK and Australia. This change is driven by persistent headwinds abroad and a more...

Bank Negara Malaysia’s SRR Cut: What It Means for the Banking Sector In a significant move to bolster financial liquidity, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) announced on Thursday a reduction in the statutory reserve requirement (SRR) ratio from 2% to 1%. This marks the lowest SRR level in 14 years and will take effect from May 16. The central bank’s decision is aimed at enhancing liquidity in the banking...

Bank Negara Maintains OPR at 3.00%: Economic Stability Amid Uncertainties Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has announced that the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) will remain unchanged at 3.00%, maintaining the rate that has been in place since May 2023. This decision aligns with the expectations of most economists, as reflected in a Reuters poll where 24 out of 30 economists predicted the rate would be held...

UTP Makes History in THE Asia University Rankings 2025 — What It Means for Malaysia’s Property and Education Landscape In a landmark achievement, Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) has become the first Malaysian university to break into the top 50 of the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2025. Climbing nine spots to 43rd in Asia, UTP now shares its rank with South Korea's Hanyang...