Forest City a special financial zone to boost economy, says PM


KOTA ISKANDAR: The government has designated the multi-billion ringgit Forest City project as a special financial zone to spur the economy in Iskandar Malaysia, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

He said among the incentives were allowing for multiple entry visas, fast track entry for those working from Singapore and a flat income tax rate of 15% for knowledge workers.

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