The Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) Immersion Workshop, jointly organised with Iskandar Investment Berhad (IIB), was successfully held at EduCity on 8 July 2025, bringing together over 70 delegates from diverse industries, startups, and SMEs across Singapore and Malaysia.
The workshop served as a strategic platform to deepen understanding of Medini’s ecosystem and the broader JS-SEZ landscape, offering participants valuable insights into the region’s growth potential and cross-border collaboration opportunities.
Throughout the programme, participants engaged in comprehensive sharing sessions covering key areas such as ecosystem support mechanisms, investment facilitation, digital economy opportunities, talent mobility, as well as early-stage funding and education partnerships. These discussions highlighted Medini’s role as a catalyst for innovation-driven growth and its readiness to support businesses looking to expand or establish a presence within the JS-SEZ.
The strong interest in the programme was reflected in its outcomes, with over 100 participants actively seeking opportunities through the JS-SEZ. The workshop also recorded an impressive 97% satisfaction rate, underscoring its relevance and alignment with participants’ strategic objectives. Notably, 60% of attendees expressed active interest in exploring Johor-based expansion and partnership opportunities, signalling growing confidence in the region’s value proposition.
The programme was further strengthened by the participation and support of key government agencies and ecosystem partners, including MIDA, Iskandar Investment, Cradle, MDEC, TalentCorp, SkillsFuture, SBF, and the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI). Their involvement provided participants with direct access to insights on incentives, initiatives, and support frameworks available to businesses and investors.
Overall, the JS-SEZ Immersion Workshop marked a significant step forward in fostering cross-border collaboration, enabling meaningful dialogue between stakeholders, and reinforcing Johor’s position as a strategic gateway for regional and international growth.