The Southern Gateway of Malaysia
We strives to help transform Johor into a regional hub for high-technology, knowledge-based and high investment sectors.
“Johor welcomes investors to see for themselves the opportunities here. Every investment brings us closer to building an inclusive and prosperous state.”
JS-SEZ Joint Investment Forum 2025
YAB Dato’ Onn Hafiz bin Ghazi
Chief Minister of Johor
Why Johor?
Why Johor?
STRATEGIC
LOCATION
MATURE
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTIVE
TALENT
FAST-GROWING ECONOMY
COMPETITIVE COSTS OF DOING BUSINESS
PRO-BUSINESS POLICIES & REGULATIONS
Electrical & Electronic Industry
Life Sciences & Medical Technology
Oil & Gas Industry
Food & Agro Industry
Logistic & Regional Distribution
Healthcare
Financial & Business Services
five stages to get easy started here
Investment Journey
Facts & Information
Investing in Johor, Malaysia, can be an attractive opportunity due to its strategic location,
robust infrastructure, and various economic initiatives.
How to Invest?
Tell us which subsector to invest, location, relevant authorities and stakeholders, potential economic and business growth, process and procedures, and relevant policies and regulations is essential for a well-informed decision.
Need appointment?
Once you have an overview of your intended investment and if you need more information, please email us to set an appointment for a preliminary briefing. The appointment can be in person in Johor or via video conferencing
Frequently asked questions
Knowing which subsector to invest first. If you need more information, please email us for a preliminary briefing.
Don’t worry, representative/s from MIDA or Invest Johor will meet you at the airport, or if you feel more comfortable travelling on your own, you can head directly to MIDA state office or Invest Johor office based on the appointment set. The officer-in-charge is waiting there.
You are required to register for business through the Companies Commission of Malaysia (CCM). This can be done online here https://www.ssm.com.my/Pages/Home.aspx#. However, if you are not quite sure or have difficulties registering your business, we are here to help.
This phase might take a longer time. But don’t worry because officers from MIDA and Invest Johor will facilitate expediting the process for you.
We will help you to fast kickstart your business operation. Please talk to us at MIDA and Invest Johor if you face challenges.
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Johor eyes international spotlight with proposed US film shoot
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ISKANDAR PUTERI: Johor is positioning itself to attract more international filmmakers, with a major US-based production currently in talks to shoot in the state, according to state executive councillo...22 hours ago
Mr. Natazha bin Hariss, Chief Executive of Invest Johor, represented Johor as a panellist at MDX Forum 2026, participating in the session “State Investment: Where the Projects Are” to share insights into Johor’s digital investment landscape and investment priorities.![]()
In his sharing, Tuan Haji Natazha highlighted Johor’s strategic location, connectivity, growing digital ecosystem and access to regional markets, alongside opportunities arising from the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). These strengths continue to support Johor’s efforts in creating an investment-ready environment for businesses looking to establish or expand their operations in the state.![]()
As Johor continues to strengthen its position as a strategic investment destination, the state remains committed to attracting quality investments and building partnerships that contribute to long-term economic growth and a stronger digital ecosystem.![]()
A meaningful platform to share Johor’s investment proposition, exchange perspectives and connect with the wider investment community.![]()
#InvestJohor #Johor #DigitalInvestment #DigitalEconomy #Investment
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2 days ago
𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗦𝗜𝗔 𝗦𝗘𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗨𝗦$𝟮𝟮 𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗢-𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗔, 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗞𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗔![]()
Malaysia is set to tap international opportunities in the creative industry through two co-production projects with industry partners in Australia and South Korea worth a combined US$22 million (about RM89.7 million) over the next two years.![]()
Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said the collaboration, spearheaded by OMG Studios, would involve Australia's Madman Entertainment and South Korea's Greenpatch Studio.![]()
He said the collaboration would comprise two key projects, namely a Malaysia-Australia film and television production worth US$10 million and a Malaysia-South Korea feature film worth US$12 million.![]()
"Over the next two years, the two projects will be developed and produced, with a combined value of US$22 million," he told a press conference after officiating the KL20 @ Johor 2026: The Orange Economy Chapter - Creativity Reimagined event at Iskandar Malaysia Studios (IMS) here today.![]()
Akmal Nasrullah said the collaboration was expected to create more opportunities for local talent, vendors, studios and intellectual property (IP) owners to participate in international productions.![]()
He said the partnership could also help position the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) as a regional hub for international content, virtual production, generative artificial intelligence (AI) and creative technologies.![]()
Akmal Nasrullah said Johor's proximity to Singapore, as well as its robust industrial and digital infrastructure and strong regional networks, gave the state an advantage in positioning itself as a regional creative-industry hub.![]()
According to him, the cultural and creative industries contributed 6.8 per cent to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), generating RM130.7 billion in gross value added in 2024.![]()
In his speech, Akmal Nasrullah said Malaysia should move beyond producing creative content and focus on owning intellectual property (IP) with commercial potential for licensing, distribution and adaptation.![]()
He said Malaysia must build a strong portfolio of characters, stories, formats, technologies and brands capable of generating sustained value.![]()
Akmal Nasrullah added that the success of local works such as Upin & Ipin, Mechamato, Ejen Ali and BoBoiBoy demonstrated how Malaysian ideas could generate value through content, licensing, merchandise and market expansion.![]()
--BERNAMA![]()
#InvestJohor #MajuJohor #Johor #Investment #MajuJohor2030 #JSSEZ
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4 days ago
Ketua Eksekutif dan seluruh warga kerja Invest Johor merakamkan ucapan takziah kepada Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad serta seluruh keluarga Allahyarhamah Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah binti Haji Mohamad Ali atas pemergian beliau.![]()
Semoga Allah SWT mencucuri rahmat ke atas roh Allahyarhamah dan menempatkan beliau dalam kalangan orang-orang yang beriman dan beramal soleh. Semoga Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad serta seluruh keluarga diberikan kekuatan, kesabaran dan ketabahan dalam menghadapi saat dukacita ini.![]()
𝗔𝗹-𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗵.
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