Johor

Johor is currently witnessing a remarkable surge in its data center industry, establishing itself as the largest data center market in Malaysia and a significant player in the Asia Pacific region. According to Baxtel, Johor ranks as the ninth-largest data center market in Asia Pacific, boasting 13 operational data centers spread across more than 1.65 million square feet, with four more facilities under...

Johor's Property Market: A Hub of Potential Amidst Speculation Concerns Imagine a state on the cusp of transformation, where the convergence of economic powerhouses sparks a surge in property values. Johor, the southernmost state of Peninsular Malaysia, finds itself at the heart of such a transformation, fueled by the upcoming Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ). This ambitious project promises to...

Johor: The New Frontier for Property Investors Eyeing the Singapore Economic Sphere The burgeoning economic relations between Malaysia and Singapore are setting the stage for a real estate boom in Johor. Positioned as the next commercial nexus, this southern state is not just a geographical extension of Singapore but is rapidly becoming an economic extension as well, courtesy of the new special economic...

Johor is poised to become the fastest-growing state in Malaysia, driven by high-impact initiatives such as the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) and a special financial zone in Forest City, as announced by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Speaking at a Madani Aidilfitri 2024 celebration in Johor Bahru, Anwar emphasized the transformative potential of these projects in catalyzing the...

Astaka Holdings Stimulates Johor Property Market with New Foreign Buyer Threshold Astaka Holdings Limited, a leading property developer based in Johor, has made a strategic move to invigorate the local real estate market by successfully lobbying for a reduced minimum purchase price for foreign buyers. Set at RM500,000, this new threshold is designed to boost property sales and attract more international...

Johor is rapidly transforming its property landscape, shedding its previous status as the region with the highest property overhang, to becoming a burgeoning hub for real estate investment. This shift is largely attributed to a series of strategic developments aimed at enhancing the region’s economic and infrastructural fabric. Strategic Developments Spurring Growth Sheldon Fernandez, the country...

The Johor property market is experiencing a remarkable resurgence, primarily fueled by the escalating interest from Singaporean nationals and permanent residents, alongside significant infrastructural and economic initiatives. This upswing is most pronounced in Iskandar Puteri, which is witnessing the highest proportion of foreign demand, a trend that is expected to persist, according to the Property...

Johor Sets a Green Standard with New Cross-Border Electric Bus Service to Singapore Johor has marked a significant milestone in its environmental initiatives by becoming the first state in Malaysia to introduce a cross-border electric bus service, connecting with Singapore. This development underscores Johor's commitment to sustainable transport solutions and sets a new standard for regional collaboration...

The imminent leadership transition in Singapore from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to his deputy Lawrence Wong is set to mark a new chapter in Singapore-Malaysia relations, particularly in trade and investment dynamics. This shift comes at a time when regional economic frameworks are increasingly under scrutiny due to global economic challenges. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, who has been at the helm...

Microsoft Acquires Land in Johor for Data Center Expansion In a strategic move to expand its digital infrastructure in Southeast Asia, Microsoft has secured a 102,560 sqm plot in the Pulai area of Johor, Malaysia. This acquisition, made through Microsoft Payments (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., involves a transaction with Crescendo Corporation Berhad’s subsidiary, Panoramic Industrial Development Sdn. Bhd., for...