Selangor helps entrepreneurs in industry move from R&D to commercialisation

This year’s focus also on promoting sectors which state govt champions, says Ng

SHAH ALAM, July 10 — Selangor last year kept its status as Malaysia’s economic powerhouse, contributing its RM432.1 billion gross domestic product (GDP) — the highest among all states — in 2024.

By Suhaila Shahrul Annuar SHAH ALAM, June 21 — Selangor’s ability to offer skilled talent and world-class infrastructure has made the state a prime investment destination for international companies, said Menteri Besar Dato' Seri Amirudin Shari. The strong policy support provided by the state...

By Fitri Hazim Hazam OSAKA, May 9 — Selangor Week, held in conjunction with the World Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan, serves as an important platform to showcase business opportunities and state government initiatives to high-potential investors. Invest Selangor chief executive officer Datuk Hasan...

By Danial Dzulkifly PUCHONG, April 10 — The Selangor government, through Invest Selangor Bhd will soon launch a survey among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to assess the impact of the recently announced semiconductor tariffs by the United States, said state executive councillor for...

By Yasmin Ramlan  SHAH ALAM, Nov 27 — As Malaysia and China commemorate five decades of diplomatic relations, the demand for investment from Chinese companies in Malaysia continues to increase.  Permodalan Negeri Selangor Bhd (PNSB) chief executive officer Raja Ahmad Shahrir Iskandar Raja...

By Yasmin Ramlan KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 — The Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) 2024’s appreciation night, which took place on Friday (November 15) at The Majestic Hotel, celebrated the achievements and milestones of the state’s annual trade summit. The dinner event was held to...

By Yasmin Ramlan KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 — The state government is offering participating companies under the Selangor Lab Partnership Programme financial support of up to RM5,000 per project this year. This is aimed at offsetting research costs and other activities undertaken during the...

By Selangor Journal Team KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 — The Second Series of the Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) 2024 kicked off today as the state looks to position itself as a business gateway to Asean, to foster regional partnerships and economic growth. Held until Saturday at the...

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, Sept 14 — The Selangor Aviation Show (SAS) 2024 has been hailed as a tremendous success for exceeding its target of RM1.3 billion in transactions and attracting over 25,000 public participants. Invest Selangor Bhd chief executive officer Dato’ Hasan Azhari Idris...

By Selangor Journal Team SHAH ALAM, Aug 5 — The first series of the Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) 2024 has achieved remarkable success, recording RM12.2 billion, nearly double the initial target of RM7 billion set for the entire SIBS 2024 series, and attracted over 8,500...

By Yasmin Ramlan  KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 — The first series of the three-day Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) 2024, which ends today, is expected to contribute half of the summit’s overall target of RM7 billion in potential transaction value.  Invest Selangor Bhd chief executive...

By Yasmin Ramlan KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 — Land may be costly in Selangor, but the state remains an attractive destination for investors due to several factors, said Invest Selangor Bhd chief executive officer Datuk Hasan Azhari Idris. These include robust infrastructure, excellent...

By Amar Shah Mohsen KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 — Selangor has consistently remained an investment magnet and a land of opportunity for job seekers, said Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari in his pitch to potential investors today, citing the latest data provided by government...

By Yasmin Ramlan KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 — Invest Selangor Bhd was among several firms today exchanging memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with biotechnology industry leaders, with a total estimated value of RM1.5 billion. Its MoU with Bioeconomy Corporation, the lead development agency for...

By Selangor Journal Team SHAH ALAM, July 17 — Invest Selangor Bhd has indirectly generated 476,886 jobs and RM218.14 billion in manufacturing investments for the state since its inception in 1999. In a post on X, Menteri Besar Dato' Seri Amirudin Shari noted the state investment arm has attracted...

By Yasmin Ramlan PETALING JAYA, July 16 — Selangor’s 5.2 per cent growth rate in 2023, which exceeded the national growth rate, highlights the state’s resilience and unity. State executive councillor for investment, trade, and mobility Ng Sze Han said the victory was achieved despite hurdles...

BANGKOK, May 11 — Invest Selangor Bhd is eyeing up to RM7 billion in potential transaction value from the Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) this year.

By Norrasyidah Arshad SHAH ALAM, April 5 — The Selangor government is conducting monthly meetings that focus on efforts to stimulate investment in the manufacturing and service sectors.  State executive councillor for investment Ng Sze Han said the initiative, spearheaded by state subsidiary...