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Singapore-Malaysia ties

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam makes first state visit to Malaysia

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will make a state visit to Malaysia from July 12 to 15.
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will make a state visit to Malaysia from July 12 to 15.

S’pore, M’sia partnership driven by mutual respect, understanding of each other’s interests: Tharman

Both countries address differences squarely while always seeking to strengthen the overall relationship, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam said.
Both countries address differences squarely while always seeking to strengthen the overall relationship, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam said.

KL stands by Q4 launch of Johor-S’pore SEZ blueprint despite state govt urging earlier release

An artist’s impression of Thomson Medical Group’s mega development in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone.
An artist’s impression of Thomson Medical Group’s mega development in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone.

Malaysian cross-border taxi drivers to pay $15 per Singapore trip from 2027, up from $2 a month

From Jan 1, 2027, licensed Malaysian-registered taxis have to pay $15 each time they enter Singapore, up from paying $2 a month.
From Jan 1, 2027, licensed Malaysian-registered taxis have to pay $15 each time they enter Singapore, up from paying $2 a month.

S’pore, Malaysia ink pacts to promote alternative ways for firms to resolve legal disputes

Under the MOUs, Singapore and Malaysia will deepen collaboration in promoting the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), jointly organise and participate in each other’s events, and share information.
Under the MOUs, Singapore and Malaysia will deepen collaboration in promoting the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), jointly organise and participate in each other’s events, and share information.

Grab rides to JB can now be booked 6 hours ahead; 30% discount during school holidays

Cross-border taxis have clearly identifiable livery on both sides of the vehicle identifying them as such.
Cross-border taxis have clearly identifiable livery on both sides of the vehicle identifying them as such.

From digital vouchers to shopping complex revamp, Johor looks across Causeway for inspiration

Shops selling groceries and vegetables are located in the dry market area of the Medan Niaga Kampung Melayu Majidee complex.
Shops selling groceries and vegetables are located in the dry market area of the Medan Niaga Kampung Melayu Majidee complex.

We booked a taxi from Singapore to JB via Grab. Here’s what happened

A cross-border taxi ride from a pick-up point near Century Square to The Mall at Mid Valley Southkey cost $111.20.
A cross-border taxi ride from a pick-up point near Century Square to The Mall at Mid Valley Southkey cost $111.20.

Cross-border taxi bookings start on Grab app; fares vary based on time of day, distance

Through a Grab app feature, travellers can book cross-border rides to any destination in Johor Bahru, Iskandar Puteri, Forest City, Kulai and Senai at least 12 hours in advance.
Through a Grab app feature, travellers can book cross-border rides to any destination in Johor Bahru, Iskandar Puteri, Forest City, Kulai and Senai at least 12 hours in advance.

Taxi drivers, operators welcome enhanced cross-border taxi scheme but some still cautious

From May 4, licenced cross-border service taxis will be able to drop off passengers anywhere in Johor Bahru and Singapore.
From May 4, licenced cross-border service taxis will be able to drop off passengers anywhere in Johor Bahru and Singapore.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.