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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted how Johor is a key growth driver in Malaysia, with the state's progress and development among the top nationally.

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Meanwhile, Mr Anwar announced in August last year that the beleaguered Forest City project in Johor would be designated a special financial zone to spur the economy in the Iskandar Malaysia region.Â
The zone would offer business incentives to set up operations, such as a flat income tax rate of 15 per cent for skilled foreign workers, compared to the 30 per cent elsewhere, multiple entry visas, as well as fast track entry for those who are based in Singapore.