The Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce And Industry (MICCI) Southern Region’s June 2026 Monthly Get-Together was held on Thursday, 25 June 2026, at Amora Park Property Gallery. Organised in partnership with and generously sponsored by Astaka Padu Sdn. Bhd., the event brought together members and industry stakeholders for an evening of networking and knowledge sharing.

The highlight of the event was a fireside chat titled “Infrastructure as an Economic Catalyst”, which explored how infrastructure will shape Johor’s next growth chapter within the context of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). The distinguished panel comprised Mr. Chong Ying Haan, Senior Manager, Knight Frank (M) Sdn. Bhd.; Mr. Lee Ting Kiat, Chairman of MICCI Southern Region; and Mr. Lee Zhi Wei, Deputy Director, Sales & Marketing, Astaka Padu Sdn. Bhd. The session was moderated by Mr. Benedict Francis, Partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers PLT.

The discussion highlighted the importance of strategic infrastructure investments, integrated planning, transport connectivity, and public-private collaboration in strengthening Johor’s competitiveness, attracting investments, and unlocking the potential of the JS-SEZ. The evening concluded with a networking session, providing members and guests with the opportunity to exchange ideas and foster new business connections.

The insightful discussions and key perspectives shared during the fireside chat was given widespread media coverage, reflecting the significance of the topic. The event was featured across various media platforms, extending the reach of the dialogue to a broader business audience.

For a more comprehensive overview of the discussions and key insights shared during the fireside chat, please refer to the following link: https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/07/17/rts-link-and-js-sez-about-to-change-johors-economic-landscape-smes-are-you-ready/