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More than RM18 billion in foreign direct investments has been facilitated into the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) since 2024. This reflects the effectiveness of public-private collaboration, following the launch of UOB Green Lane with Invest Johor last year. At the UOB–Invest Johor JS-SEZ Strategic Forum 2026, we announced two new investor commitments exceeding RM1 billion. GSP Automotive Malaysia and Paragon Globe, and JT Automation Technology presented their Letters of Intent on plans to invest and expand operations within the JS-SEZ. The presentation to Tuan Haji Natazha Hariss, CEO of Invest Johor, was witnessed by the Menteri Besar of Johor, YAB Dato’ Onn Hafiz Ghazi, Johor State Economic and Investment Advisor, YB Dato' IR Hasni bin Mohammad, and CEO of UOB Malaysia, Ng Wei Wei, signalling continued progress for cross border investments and regional supply chain integration. “From the outset, UOB has focused on practical enablers to turn interest into action. Combining Johor’s development priorities with Singapore’s role as a global business hub enables companies on both sides of the Causeway to execute cross border opportunities. Partnering Invest Johor, MIDA and IRDA, we continue to facilitate high-value investments into the JS-SEZ from multiple countries, strengthen supply chain connectivity and deliver economic benefits for Malaysia and Singapore.” – Ng Wei Wei, CEO of UOB Malaysia The forum attracted more than 400 delegates, including prospective investors from abroad, MNCs, SMEs, alongside representatives from business chambers and trade associations. At the event, we also launched our digital education programme, UOB My Digital Space in Malaysia, starting with Johor, which reinforces our commitment to developing future-ready talent for the digital age. Engage with us to explore how your next growth opportunity can take shape in the JS-SEZ: https://go.uob.com/4vI6E0N #JSSEZ #OneBankForASEAN #RightByYou