On the 13th of May 2025, EUROCHAM Malaysia was delighted to collaborate with the European Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (EuroCham Singapore) and OCBC Bank in an engaging session exploring the vast trade and investment potential between Malaysia and Singapore, centred around the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).
👏 A heartfelt thank you to OCBC and the stellar team — Ms Selena Ling, Mr Shyong Lee, Ms Jacklyn Quek, and Mr Leiwen Pang — for your warm hospitality and support.
🎙️ We are also deeply grateful to our distinguished speakers:
· Mr Herman Loh (Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB))
· Mr Vinothan Tulisinathzan (Malaysian Investment Development Authority)
· Mr Gregory Marimuthu (Gateway Law Corporation)
· Mr Peer Gjoew Rasmussen (Kuehne+Nagel)
· Mr Giles Newmarch (IFC - International Finance Corporation)
· Ms Christine Li (Knight Frank)
· Mr Dato’ Kenneth Lee (OCBC Malaysia)
💡 The JS-SEZ is more than a bilateral project — it’s a visionary model for regional resilience and cross-border collaboration. With benefits like:
⚖️ 5% corporate tax for up to 15 years
👩💼 15% flat income tax for skilled professionals
🚄 Enhanced connectivity via the RTS Link by 2026
🏗️ Cost efficiencies in labour and rental
🌱 Strong commitment to green development
The JS-SEZ represents a “win-win-win-win” for Malaysia, Singapore, business leaders, and the ASEAN region. Let’s continue to unlock new growth corridors — together! 🌉📊🌍
