Held in partnership with Japan’s Nikkei Inc and supported by the Johor state government, the event will gather over 500 global delegates in Medini, a fast-rising township in Iskandar Puteri.
The two-day event, themed “Driving Asia’s Innovation Hub”, will feature more than 20 speakers and 10 panel sessions focused on emerging technologies, digital transformation, and sustainability.
Among the top names expected are Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Johor menteri besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi, and Japan’s ambassador to Malaysia Shikata Noriyuki.
IIB president and CEO Idzham Hashim said Medini was more than a location, describing it as the “beating heart” of Iskandar Puteri’s dynamic ecosystem.
“This event not only showcases Medini’s readiness but also reflects the strength of the broader Iskandar Puteri ecosystem, a thriving mix of industry, education, innovation, and lifestyle that together create an environment ripe for regional collaboration and sustainable growth,” he said.
“We are proud to position Johor as a leading destination for global business engagement.”
This is the first time that the Nikkei Forum, widely regarded as one of Asia’s most respected platforms for business and economic dialogue, will be held in Johor.
The event comes amid growing regional interest in deepening economic ties and advancing green, tech-driven growth.
An investment immersion tour of Medini and exclusive networking sessions will be held alongside the forum, aimed at sparking partnerships and promoting Medini’s readiness as a base for innovation-led industries.
Onn Hafiz said the forum was a milestone that reflected Johor’s growing role as a global dialogue and investment platform.
“With strong international partnerships and the momentum of the Johor-Singapore special economic zone, we are paving the way for a bold, inclusive, and future-ready growth trajectory,” he said.
As the master developer of Medini, IIB continues to lead strategic efforts to attract high-impact investments and build an inclusive, resilient and innovation-driven metropolis that reflects the aspirations of a connected Asean and beyond.