ELECTRONICS SUPPLIER SUMMIT SHOWCASES JOHOR AS INVESTMENT DESTINATION 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Electronics Supplier Summit held recently spotlighted the government's continuous efforts to create an environment conducive to investment and innovation, showcasing Johor as a premier investment destination for the electronics sector.

The summit was organised by the Johor Economic, Tourism, and Cultural Office (JETCO), in collaboration with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), Invest Johor, and industry partner Philip Morris (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, said JETCO and MIDA in a joint-statement today.

MIDA chief executive officer Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid said the summit is a testament to Malaysia's relentless pursuit of excellence in high-tech industries.

“By providing a dynamic platform for dialogue and forging strategic partnerships, we are resolute in our mission to bolster Malaysia's competitive edge on the world stage.

“These transformative events not only fuel sustainable growth but also empower our local suppliers, cementing Malaysia's pivotal role as a premier global supply chain hub, driving innovation and success," he said 

In his closing remark, JETCO executive chairman Datuk Seri Hasni Mohammad emphasised JETCO’s pivotal role in connecting and facilitating arrangements between stakeholders in Johor.

He highlighted the agency’s commitment to fostering strategic partnerships that contribute to the continued success of Johor’s economic development initiatives.

During the event, Hasni also inked a Letter of Intent with Professor Antonio Scialletti, director of the Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programme and Strategy Professor at the Rome Business School (RBS) regarding a collaboration to select high-performing individuals and further upskill them through RBS’s programmes, with the initiative set to commence in 2025.

Meanwhile, Philip Morris praised Johor’s highly skilled workforce, advanced infrastructure, and world-class expertise in high-end electronics manufacturing, noting that Johor, with its business-friendly initiatives and innovative ecosystem, is an ideal location for foreign and domestic investment by companies aiming to access Southeast Asian and global markets.

-- BERNAMA