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Nikkei Asia
07-07-2025
- Business
- Nikkei Asia
Singapore's DayOne Data Centers eyes Japan, Thailand for growth
DayOne's data centers in Johor: The company was one of the first to arrive in the southern Malaysian state, which has become a regional hub for data centers. (DayOne) TSUBASA SURUGA ISKANDAR PUTERI, Malaysia -- Singapore-based DayOne Data Centers, which develops IT infrastructure in the city-state and its neighbors, is accelerating its expansion across Asia, with new projects in Japan and Thailand, according to its chief executive. "We are still looking to grow wherever possible, obviously at existing markets like Malaysia, Singapore and Batam [Indonesia], but also in new ones like Japan and Thailand," CEO Jamie Khoo said in an interview last month on the sidelines of the Nikkei Forum Medini, Johor 2025. "Those are two very interesting markets we've been working on."
New Straits Times
25-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Johor CoE's establishment to create 300 high-skilled jobs ss
KUALA LUMPUR: Johor is set to boost its digital economy through a strategic partnership with NEOJAPAN Inc, a leading global technology company. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the collaboration followed the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the state government via Invest Johor and NEOJAPAN at the Nikkei Forum Medini, Johor 2025 recently. "This meeting paves the way for strategic cooperation between Johor and NEOJAPAN, which is expanding its operations in Southeast Asia through the establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Johor, to strengthen the state's digital economy and technological transformation," he said in a Facebook post today. Onn hafiz said the initiative was aimed at enhancing the state's digital capabilities and accelerating its technological transformation. "The collaboration is expected to create up to 300 high-skilled jobs, with a starting salary of RM4,000 for fresh graduates. "At the same time, more than 1,000 local graduates will be trained over the next five years, through collaborations with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)'s Faculty of Computing and the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT) as key talent providers," he added. Onn Hafiz said he was confident such strategic partnerships would further strengthen Johor's position as a progressive state ready to face future economic challenges. NEOJAPAN, headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's main board and boasts over 32 years of experience in software development. The company currently operates in Japan, the United States, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines, with more than 5.5 million customers worldwide.
Barnama
25-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Invest Johor-NEOJAPAN Tie-up Set To Create 300 High-skilled Jobs -- Onn Hafiz
JOHOR BAHRU, June 25 (Bernama) -- The collaboration between the Johor state government via Invest Johor and Japanese technology company NeoJapan Inc, signed recently, is expected to create up to 300 highly skilled job opportunities, with a starting salary of RM4,000 for new graduates. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said that the collaboration, as outlined in the memorandum of understanding signed during the recent Nikkei Forum Medini, would also continue to empower Johor as a progressive state, one well-equipped to meet future economic challenges. 'Meanwhile, more than 1,000 local graduates will be trained over a five-year period, as a result of collaboration with the Faculty of Computing, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia and the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology as the main talent providers,' he said in a post on his Facebook page today.
Barnama
19-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Malaysia Firm Against Unilateral Tariffs, Reaffirms Support For Multilateral Trade
BUSINESS ISKANDAR PUTERI, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains firmly opposed to unilateral tariffs and continues to uphold a multilateral, rules-based international trading system, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. He said the government does not support or condone any form of unilateral trade action, including those proposed by US President Donald Trump. 'We are a trading nation. We believe in multilateralism. We do not support unilateral actions, whether they come from the United States or any other country. We do not share this, do not endorse, support, or condone any unilateral action. It does not matter where it comes from. We promote peace, and we stand firm although we are a relatively small country,' he said in his special keynote address at the Nikkei Forum Medini, Johor 2025 here at Iskandar Puteri today. He also disclosed that Malaysia is actively pursuing dialogue with the United States to resolve ongoing trade concerns. 'I just received a note from Minister (Tengku) Zafrul this morning about a series of meetings with the Commerce Secretary and the US Trade Representative. Progressing very well in our negotiations on tariffs,' he revealed. Anwar said ASEAN has remained united in defending its economic interests, especially in response to protectionist measures that could disrupt regional supply chains and trade flows. At the same time, he acknowledged that the United States remains Malaysia's largest trading partner in several key sectors, including electrical and electronics (E&E). 'Sixty per cent of our E&E exports go to the United States. Our ties remain strong despite differences in foreign policy or trade matters,' he noted. The prime minister said Malaysia, as part of ASEAN, will work closely with regional partners, including Japan, China, and South Korea, to respond to any moves that may harm the global trade ecosystem. Anwar concluded his speech by affirming Malaysia's readiness to strengthen global engagement and uphold economic openness in the face of emerging challenges. Meanwhile, the prime minister reiterated Malaysia's firm stance on international justice and foreign policy, including its position on the situation in Gaza and the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. 'We may be small, but we are not afraid. We speak up when necessary, and we remain principled,' he said.
Nikkei Asia
19-06-2025
- Business
- Nikkei Asia
Malaysia's Anwar pitches joint economic zone with Singapore
ISKANDAR PUTERI, Malaysia -- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Thursday vowed Malaysia would consider feedback from foreign investors as it develops a special economic zone with Singapore that it hopes will boost the nation's status as a regional business center. Speaking at the two-day Nikkei Forum Medini, Johor 2025 -- held in the southernmost Malaysian state, where the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone is being developed -- Anwar pitched the key project, touting it as an opportunity for overseas investors.
