Iskandar getting easier n faster

 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/asean/malaysia-refresh-appeal-iskandar-southern-growth-corridor-singapore


Hopefully this includes High Speed Rail to Melaka and KL

What a game changer to come.



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