Dossier
Causeway
Coverage of Causeway in the Nexus archive.
- Will Johor-Singapore causeway bottlenecks sway outcome of Malaysia’s state election?
Johor’s state election on July 11 faces challenges due to Causeway bottlenecks affecting workers from Johor based in Singapore, known as 'SGD fighters,' who must navigate border queues and immigration issues to vote. Malaysia aims to mitigate these disruptions to ensure voter participation.
- Rising costs in Singapore spur business migration as regional alternatives rise
Rising costs and a tight labor market in Singapore are prompting businesses like Gardenia and H&M to relocate operations to Malaysia, which is becoming a more affordable regional alternative. Analysts warn that Malaysia's gains from this migration could lead to increased competition for skilled workers.