Growing commuter numbers highlight Johor’s need for efficient transport solutions. Johor Bahru is under mounting…
BUSINESS
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Apple to Open AirTag Factory in Batam, Creating 2,000 Jobs by 2026
by batamnews8by batamnews8New factory to produce 65% of AirTags worldwide, boosting Indonesia’s economic growth. Apple has commenced…
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Singapore President Visits India to Deepen Strategic Partnership
by batamnews8by batamnews8President Tharman arrives in India for his first official state visit. Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam…
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Singapore Braces for Trump 2.0: Risks of Tariffs and Regional Impacts
by batamnews8by batamnews8Experts discuss potential economic fallout for Singapore under Trump’s second presidency. The return of Donald…
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Indonesia and Singapore Strengthen Cooperation Through Negotiation Training
by batamnews8by batamnews8Two-week program sharpens English and negotiation skills for Indonesian civil servants. Indonesia and Singapore have…
JS-SEZ agreement promises better healthcare access and cross-border medical tourism opportunities. Johor’s healthcare sector is…
BP Batam sees Johor-Singapore SEZ as an opportunity for growth and innovation. Batam officials regard…
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Batam Port Records 673,343 TEUs Amid Logistics Expansion Efforts
by batamnews8by batamnews8Batam records 8% increase in container volume with enhanced port operations in 2024. Batam’s port…
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Singapore Tops Foreign Investment in Batam with S$158 Million Contribution in 2024
by batamnews8by batamnews8Singapore leads foreign investment in Batam, contributing S$158 million in 2024. Batam, a key investment…
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Russell Reynolds Names Euan Kenworthy as Singapore Country Manager
by batamnews8by batamnews8Euan Kenworthy succeeds Ulrike Wieduwilt as Singapore country manager, effective January 2025. Russell Reynolds Associates…
