KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that discussions on the Rapid Transit System (RTS) and the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) are nearing a final agreement. Anwar stated that meetings with investors from both countries are ongoing, with significant progress reported by Minister of Economy Rafizi Ramli and Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
During a joint address with Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Anwar emphasized the importance of resolving outstanding parameters to finalize these projects. Wong highlighted the potential of Johor and Singapore to form a successful economic zone and stressed the complementary nature of both economies. He dismissed notions of competition, focusing on the broader economic benefits and collaboration opportunities for both nations.
