(From
Left
to
Right)
En
Haris
Hardi
Zakaria,
Chief
Investment
Officer
(IIB),
En
Anwar
Udzir,
Deputy
Chief
of
Mission
Malaysia
to
Japan,
Dato’
Idzham
Mohd
Hashim,
President/
Chief
Executive
Officer
(IIB),
Mr
Daisuke
Arakawa,
Managing
Director
of
Nikkei
Inc,
YB
Tuan
Lee
Ting
Han,
Chairman
of
Johor
Investment,
Trade,
Consumer
Affairs
and
Human
Resources
Committee,
Mr
Naoki
Asami,
Senior
Managing
Director
of
Nikkei
Publications
As
the
strategic
and
catalytic
developer
of
Medini,
Iskandar
Investment
Berhad
(IIB)
plays
a
key
role
in
driving
growth
and
innovation
in
the
region.
Medini,
situated
30
kilometres
from
Singapore,
is
a
rapidly
developing
urban
centre
known
for
its
focus
on
technology,
sustainability,
and
connectivity.
Projects
like
Tech
Medini,
which
emphasise
artificial
intelligence,
blockchain,
and
robotics,
reflect
IIB’s
commitment
to
fostering
a
thriving
ecosystem
for
businesses.
Medini’s
strategic
location
near
Singapore,
along
with
its
support
for
cross-border
economic
activity,
makes
it
an
ideal
destination
for
businesses
seeking
opportunities
in
Southeast
Asia’s
expanding
markets.
This
collaboration
with
Nikkei
builds
on
a
long
history
of
successful
partnerships
between
Japan
and
Malaysia,
particularly
in
sectors
like
manufacturing,
automotive,
and
electronics.
Dato’ Idzham Mohd Hashim, President/CEO of Iskandar Investment Berhad, emphasised the significance of the forum, “Nikkei Forum Medini, Johor 2025 is a golden opportunity to present Johor’s dynamic investment landscape to the world and position Johor as a leading Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) hub for investment and business development in Asian markets. Through our collaboration with Nikkei Inc. and Nikkei BP, we aim to strengthen the ties between Japan and Malaysia, focusing on technology, innovation, and sustainable development. This forum will act as a catalyst for Japanese businesses to explore new opportunities, form strategic partnerships, and drive economic growth across the region.”
The partnership between IIB, Nikkei Inc. and Nikkei BP demonstrate their shared vision of facilitating meaningful exchanges that benefit businesses across Asia. Building upon the strong historical ties between Japan and Malaysia, which have seen successful collaborations in sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, and electronics, this partnership aims to deepen engagement in areas critical to the future of both nations. For Nikkei Inc. and Nikkei BP bringing the forum to Medini is an opportunity to expand its reach in Southeast Asia while contributing to discussions on topics critical to the region’s future. The forum will focus on emerging trends in technology and sustainability, providing insights for companies looking to navigate these transformative areas.
Since its inception in 1999, the Nikkei Forum has become a cornerstone of thought leadership in Asia, bringing together global leaders to tackle pressing challenges and uncover new opportunities. Hosting the forum in Medini underlines its growing prominence as a hub for innovation and investment.
The 2025 forum will explore key areas such as digital transformation, sustainable development, and advancements in technology, aligning with the evolving priorities of businesses and policymakers in Asia. Through this collaboration, IIB, Nikkei Inc. and Nikkei BP aim to foster a deeper understanding of the region’s opportunities while promoting lasting partnerships that drive shared growth.
Partnering with IIB allows Nikkei Inc. and Nikkei BP to fulfil its mission of connecting leaders across Asia by leveraging Medini’s strengths in innovation, sustainability, and connectivity. Together, they are creating an ideal environment for meaningful exchanges and impactful collaborations that will shape the future of the region.
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