JOHOR BARU: Johor's record of attracting RM110bil in investments last year is expected to generate some 24,584 job opportunities for locals here, says Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
The Mentri Besar said that this investment achievement was not just a new record, but showcases the transformation of the state's economic stature, which was mature and competitive.
"This momentum is also driven by the development of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) as Johor is strategically located next to one of Asia's most developed and dynamic economies," he said.
Onn Hafiz said that the state government was committed to ensure each investment approved in the state would bring about real benefit to Johoreans.
"I hold on to this principle that each investment needs to translate into more quality job opportunities for locals to generate a better income to overcome the challenges of the rising cost of living," he said in a social media post.
He also paid tribute to the guidance and leadership of Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, who has always stressed that the state's development should translate into real benefits for its people.
"At the same time, the state government, with the help of the federal government, will continue to strengthen the strategic infrastructure development, which will cover transportation network, logistics and public amenities.
"This is to ensure Johor's economic growth is supported by a development ecosystem which is efficient and competitive," he added.
In his post, Onn Hafiz also expressed his appreciation to Johor investment, trade, consumer affairs and human resources committee chairman Lee Ting Han and various agencies, both federal and local for working hard to make Johor the preferred investment destination in Malaysia.
Onn Hafiz hoped that this achievement would spur everyone to continue to work hard to ensure Johor's economic development really bring about prosperity to all Bangsa Johor.
