CNA938 Rewind - RTS Link to boost Johor, Singapore property markets
More than just a solution to daily commuting woes, the Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link is poised to reshape the property market – driving demand, boosting property values, and spurring broader economic growth for both countries. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman chat with Terence Fan, Assistant Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at SMU. They assess the economic impact of the upcoming cross-border train service on Johor and Singapore.
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