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Looking at the list of initiatives, do we have more to win or lose?

Source: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-malaysia-special-economic-zone-mou-johor-passport-free-travel-4039876

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  • Singapore and Malaysia on Thursday (Jan 11) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on a new Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ)
  • Under the MOU, both sides will work towards boosting the cross-border flow of goods and people and developing a framework that will lead to a full-fledged agreement on the zone
  • Singapore and Malaysia are also exploring other initiatives leading up to the SEZ, including a passport-free clearance system on both sides of the border
  • Further updates on the SEZ are expected at the 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat later this year

JOHOR BAHRU: People travelling between Singapore and Johor may soon be able to enjoy passport-free clearance on both sides of the border, as well as digitised processes for cargo clearance at the land checkpoints.

These are among the "early initiatives" being explored leading up to a new Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ), which aims to boost cross-border economic connectivity between Singapore and Malaysia.

Under the MOU, both countries will explore several initiatives that will "build towards" the SEZ, including more expeditious clearance of people at land checkpoints, and the facilitation of renewable energy cooperation between Malaysia and Singapore, said Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) and Malaysia’s Ministry of Economy.

According to the joint statement, the two countries will "explore work on several initiatives that will build towards" the SEZ, which are:

  • A one-stop business or investment service centre in Johor
  • Implementing a passport-free QR code clearance system on both sides
  • Digitised processes for cargo clearance at the land checkpoints
  • Co-organising an investors forum to gather feedback from businesses on the Johor-Singapore SEZ
  • Facilitating Malaysia-Singapore renewable energy cooperation in the zone
  • Curating training to address talent and skill gaps for industries in the SEZ
  • Developing joint promotion events between Johor and Singapore to promote trade and investment in the SEZ

The MOU also establishes a Johor-Singapore SEZ Committee co-led by MTI and Malaysia’s Economy Ministry.

This committee will report to the Joint Ministerial Committee for Iskandar Malaysia (JMCIM) co-chaired by Singapore Minister for National Development Desmond Lee and Mr Rafizi, the Malaysian economy minister.

 

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Implementing a passport-free QR code clearance system on both sides

 

I think only one tangible initiative but immigration is Federal gahmen tai ji, not Johor's say leh.

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  On 1/11/2024 at 9:20 AM, Volvobrick said:

Implementing a passport-free QR code clearance system on both sides

 

I think only one tangible initiative but immigration is Federal gahmen tai ji, not Johor's say leh.

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The MOU is signed by Federal MInister 

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  On 1/11/2024 at 8:56 AM, SGMCF328 said:

Looking at the list of initiatives, do we have more to win or lose?

Source: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-malaysia-special-economic-zone-mou-johor-passport-free-travel-4039876

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  • Singapore and Malaysia on Thursday (Jan 11) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on a new Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ)
  • Under the MOU, both sides will work towards boosting the cross-border flow of goods and people and developing a framework that will lead to a full-fledged agreement on the zone
  • Singapore and Malaysia are also exploring other initiatives leading up to the SEZ, including a passport-free clearance system on both sides of the border
  • Further updates on the SEZ are expected at the 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat later this year

JOHOR BAHRU: People travelling between Singapore and Johor may soon be able to enjoy passport-free clearance on both sides of the border, as well as digitised processes for cargo clearance at the land checkpoints.

These are among the "early initiatives" being explored leading up to a new Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ), which aims to boost cross-border economic connectivity between Singapore and Malaysia.

Under the MOU, both countries will explore several initiatives that will "build towards" the SEZ, including more expeditious clearance of people at land checkpoints, and the facilitation of renewable energy cooperation between Malaysia and Singapore, said Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) and Malaysia’s Ministry of Economy.

According to the joint statement, the two countries will "explore work on several initiatives that will build towards" the SEZ, which are:

  • A one-stop business or investment service centre in Johor
  • Implementing a passport-free QR code clearance system on both sides
  • Digitised processes for cargo clearance at the land checkpoints
  • Co-organising an investors forum to gather feedback from businesses on the Johor-Singapore SEZ
  • Facilitating Malaysia-Singapore renewable energy cooperation in the zone
  • Curating training to address talent and skill gaps for industries in the SEZ
  • Developing joint promotion events between Johor and Singapore to promote trade and investment in the SEZ

The MOU also establishes a Johor-Singapore SEZ Committee co-led by MTI and Malaysia’s Economy Ministry.

This committee will report to the Joint Ministerial Committee for Iskandar Malaysia (JMCIM) co-chaired by Singapore Minister for National Development Desmond Lee and Mr Rafizi, the Malaysian economy minister.

 

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I’m sure neither side expects to go into it to lose. But if you’re wondering if one side stands to gain more than the other, things surely cannot be exactly balanced, especially if it is unquantifiable. 

We have the markets and the money, they have the space; all parties hope it would benefit them. But without the agreement, everyone loses out.

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Singapore should learn by now sign things with Malaysia, got to ensure if it's going to be honored by the next MY gahment. 

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If really carry out, think F&B in SG will flourish......

More people from MY willing to travel daily to SG and back MY to work in F&B without spending too much time at custom or spend $$$ renting room in SG. 

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  On 1/11/2024 at 8:56 AM, SGMCF328 said:

Looking at the list of initiatives, do we have more to win or lose?

Source: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-malaysia-special-economic-zone-mou-johor-passport-free-travel-4039876

image_27.png

  • Singapore and Malaysia on Thursday (Jan 11) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on a new Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ)
  • Under the MOU, both sides will work towards boosting the cross-border flow of goods and people and developing a framework that will lead to a full-fledged agreement on the zone
  • Singapore and Malaysia are also exploring other initiatives leading up to the SEZ, including a passport-free clearance system on both sides of the border
  • Further updates on the SEZ are expected at the 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat later this year

JOHOR BAHRU: People travelling between Singapore and Johor may soon be able to enjoy passport-free clearance on both sides of the border, as well as digitised processes for cargo clearance at the land checkpoints.

These are among the "early initiatives" being explored leading up to a new Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ), which aims to boost cross-border economic connectivity between Singapore and Malaysia.

Under the MOU, both countries will explore several initiatives that will "build towards" the SEZ, including more expeditious clearance of people at land checkpoints, and the facilitation of renewable energy cooperation between Malaysia and Singapore, said Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) and Malaysia’s Ministry of Economy.

According to the joint statement, the two countries will "explore work on several initiatives that will build towards" the SEZ, which are:

  • A one-stop business or investment service centre in Johor
  • Implementing a passport-free QR code clearance system on both sides
  • Digitised processes for cargo clearance at the land checkpoints
  • Co-organising an investors forum to gather feedback from businesses on the Johor-Singapore SEZ
  • Facilitating Malaysia-Singapore renewable energy cooperation in the zone
  • Curating training to address talent and skill gaps for industries in the SEZ
  • Developing joint promotion events between Johor and Singapore to promote trade and investment in the SEZ

The MOU also establishes a Johor-Singapore SEZ Committee co-led by MTI and Malaysia’s Economy Ministry.

This committee will report to the Joint Ministerial Committee for Iskandar Malaysia (JMCIM) co-chaired by Singapore Minister for National Development Desmond Lee and Mr Rafizi, the Malaysian economy minister.

 

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Such events must be win-win for both countries, otherwise who will want to sign such agreement? And the photo op can also score points with the ppl.

Actually a lot of policies should have implemented long ago if not for M'sia political wrestling.

All those political crooks on their side are worried cos Anwar is investigating ex politicians who will link them to their previously corrupt ways. So now they are trying hard to topple Anwar's govt to halt the investigations. Stability is still unsure. Better chop chop sign first.

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  On 1/11/2024 at 11:31 PM, Beanoyip said:

Rental in SG will drop? 

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Expand our labour force.

Expansion of certain industry through setting up of plants over there. 

To a lesser extent impact our local pte property and remtal market.

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  On 1/11/2024 at 1:28 PM, Ahwhye said:

https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3248042/malaysias-forest-city-singapore-rail-link-top-mind-pms-meet-push-ahead-special-economic-zone

Huh?

I hope we sinkies not the suckers to rescue the forest city.....

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If we can "rescue"  and use it for our benefits I don't any reason why not to do so.

The utopia world is for forest city to be govern by Singapore  legislations and  setting up very own law enforcement there.😁

 

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Can go SEZ pong petrol no need 3/4 tank bo?

If that happens the ground will be so sweet for the next elections it would be practically diabetic!

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  On 1/11/2024 at 11:44 PM, Atonchia said:

If really carry out, think F&B in SG will flourish......

More people from MY willing to travel daily to SG and back MY to work in F&B without spending too much time at custom or spend $$$ renting room in SG. 

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How about the other way round, most Singaporeans will just go JB to eat cheaper and tastier food? After all, it's going to be just like a drive to woodlands North.

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  On 1/12/2024 at 1:21 AM, Rickster said:

How about the other way round, most Singaporeans will just go JB to eat cheaper and tastier food? After all, it's going to be just like a drive to woodlands North.

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Yup will be reciprocal. 

Can also retire in JB if really lesser queue.

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