IMFC-J to Drive Realisation of Investments Into JS-SEZ, Streamlining Facilitation Processes for Investors
Johor Bahru, 18 February 2025 – A new chapter in Johor’s economic development begins today with the official opening of the Invest Malaysia Facilitation Centre Johor (IMFC-J) in Forest City. The facility represents a significant milestone in streamlining investment processes for the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). This pioneering center offers investors a comprehensive suite of end-to-end facilitation services, designed to simplify and accelerate investment procedures in the region.
The IMFC-J office, strategically located at Menara Delima Satu in Forest City, was inaugurated by HRH Tunku Ismail Ibni Sultan Ibrahim, Regent of Johor. The launch marks a decisive step in Johor’s transformation into a regional economic powerhouse. The center is positioned to attract and facilitate high-impact investments across diverse sectors, from advanced manufacturing to digital technology and sustainable development.
“Since the signing of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) in January 2025, Johor has made significant progress in turning this vision into reality. Today, we take another bold step forward, through the combined efforts of both the Federal and Johor state governments, we are proud to fulfill one of the key deliverables of the JS-SEZ initiative—the opening of the IMFC-J office. This is a pivotal step in enhancing our investment landscape. The IMFC-J will serve as a dedicated platform to streamline investment processes, attract global investors, and foster economic growth. This initiative is aligned with our vision to establish Johor as a leading hub for business, innovation, and job creation. With this momentum, we are confident that Johor will continue on its path towards becoming a prosperous, dynamic, and thriving state,” said Yang Amat Berhormat Dato’ Onn Hafiz bin Ghazi, Menteri Besar Johor.
Yang Berhormat Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), underscored the center’s transformative potential. “The launch of IMFC-J in Forest City marks a significant step towards seamless investment facilitation in the JS-SEZ,” he remarked. “IMFC and TRACK established by MIDA have successfully streamlined project implementation, with over 86.5% of projects approved in 2023 are already operational, while more than 63% of those approved in January-September 2024 have been implemented. In short, we are creating an environment where every investment that comes to Malaysia is set up for success.”
Meanwhile, Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, Chief Executive Officer of MIDA, said, “As Malaysia’s Principal Investment Promotion Agency, MIDA is committed to prioritising the ease-of-doing business for our investors. Through close collaboration with federal and Johor state agencies, we aim to streamline processes, enhance support services, and create an environment that fosters growth and innovation. Our collective goal is to firmly position JS-SEZ as one of the premier investment destinations in the region, attracting high-value investments and driving sustainable economic development.”
According to Yang Berhormat Dato’ Haji Mohd. Noorazam bin Haji Dato’ Osman, Chief Executive of IRDA, “Building on our strong track record of successfully realizing investments in Iskandar Malaysia, we are prepared to address even the most complex challenges at every stage of the investment journey—starting as early as the planning and development phase of infrastructure needed by higher growth and higher value investor. At IRDA, our commitment to IMFC-J is unwavering. We work hand-in-hand with Federal and Johor state agencies, alongside our private sector partners, to deliver seamless support, customized solutions, and strategic guidance for investors. From the initial concept to the final execution, we are dedicated to ensuring your projects thrive.”
“At Invest Johor, we recognize that speed, efficiency, and investor confidence are critical in today’s competitive investment landscape. As a key partner in IMFC-J, we ensure investors a seamless experience from initial inquiry to full operations, leveraging our deep understanding of Johor’s economy, policies, and ecosystem to provide strategic insights, tailored solutions, and on-the-ground support to accelerate their investment journey.
We are committed to making Johor the premier investment destination, and through IMFC-J, we are strengthening Johor’s position as a key economic gateway within the JS-SEZ. We look forward to welcoming investors and working together to shape Johor’s future as a dynamic and sustainable business hub”, says Tuan Haji Natazha bin Harris, Chief Executive Officer of Invest Johor.
IMFC-J is jointly led and operated by representatives from Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA), and Invest Johor (IJ), to ensure that investors’ investment needs are taken care of through one platform, reducing bureaucracy, without having to deal with various agencies and departments at different locations. This way, IMFC-J will be able to expedite the facilitation turn-around time, promoting the realisation of investments seamlessly and effectively.
IMFC-J’s office is located at 01-05 & 01-06, Menara Delima Satu, Jalan Forest City 1, Pulau Satu, Forest City, 81550 Gelang Patah, Johor Bahru, Johor. The centre can be reached through its website – www.ifc-j.com.my – or email – [email protected].
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About MIDA
MIDA is the government’s principal investment promotion and development agency under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) to oversee and drive investments into the manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur Sentral, MIDA has 12 regional and 21 overseas offices. MIDA continues to be the strategic partner to businesses in seizing the opportunities arising from the technology revolution of this era. For more information, please visit www.mida.gov.my and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube.
About IRDA
ISKANDAR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (IRDA)
Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA) is a Malaysian Federal Government statutory body tasked as the main coordinating agency between stakeholders in the public and private sectors for planning, facilitating and positioning the development of Iskandar Malaysia into a strong and sustainable metropolis of international standing.
IRDA complements the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and Invest Johor by playing an important facilitation role in ensuring that incoming investments can be realised quickly and smoothly in Iskandar Malaysia through the Invest Malaysia Facilitation Centre Johor (IMFC-J). IRDA also advises and facilitates the implementation of social and environmental initiatives by investors and other stakeholders in Iskandar Malaysia.
IRDA is currently under the purview of the Ministry of Economy with its Members of Authority (MoA) co-chaired by the Prime Minister of Malaysia and the Chief Minister of Johor.
About Invest Johor
Invest Johor serves as the dedicated investment promotion agency for the state of Johor, Malaysia. Committed to driving economic growth and attracting strategic investments, Invest Johor plays a pivotal role in positioning Johor as a premier destination for global investors.
With its comprehensive support services, the agency facilitates seamless investment processes, offering advisory and consultation to businesses across diverse industries. Its efforts are bolstered by Johor’s strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and thriving sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, technology, and renewable energy.
Invest Johor works hand-in-hand with stakeholders to create a business-friendly ecosystem, ensuring investors benefit from the state’s competitive advantages, government incentives, and skilled workforce. As the gateway to opportunities in Johor, the agency is dedicated to fostering partnerships that drive innovation, sustainability, and economic progress for the state
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