The city of Johor Bahru is the fastest-growing city in Malaysia after the capital Kuala Lumpur.
It is located at the southern tip of Peninsula Malaysia, a short distance from the economic powerhouse of Singapore.
Reaping the benefits of the outstanding economic success of both Singapore and Malaysia, Johor Bahru and the state of Johor have all the ingredients to become major financial, commercial and tourist centres in Southeast Asia.
The Malaysian Government's ambitious plans for the city and environs has made it one of the fastest-growing regions in the world.
The city skyline has taken on the look of other major Asian cities, with concrete and glass columns rising at an incredible rate.
Five shopping complexes, six office towers and three hotel towers are under construction in the city centre.
Outside the city, growth is even greater. Johor authorities said at least 20 shopping complexes were under construction, along with 18 office towers and 10 hotels.
