_{From left: Yang Berbahagia Dato’ Ts. Saipolyazan bin M Yusop,  Group Chief Executive Officer of MBI Selangor; Yang Berhormat Tuan Ng Sze Han, Selangor State Executive Councillor for Investment, Trade & Mobility;  Yang Berhormat Dato’ Dr. Ahmad Fadzli bin Ahmad Tajuddin, Selangor State Secretary; Yang Berhormat Puan Anfaal binti Saari, Selangor State Executive Councillor for Women Empowerment and Social Welfare; Yang Berbahagia Dato’ Hasan Azhari bin Haji Idris, Chief Executive Officer of Invest Selangor Berhad at the Official Launch of Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) 2025}

 

SHAH ALAM, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- The Selangor State Government today officially launched the Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) 2025, announcing a stronger focus on regional collaboration, economic resilience and inclusive growth. The four-day summit will take place from 8 to 11 October 2025 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC).
 
Entering its ninth year, SIBS has grown into one of the most prominent platforms for trade, investment, and innovation in the region, strengthening Selangor’s role as a key gateway to the South East Asian market.
 
Speaking at the launch, the Chief Minister of Selangor said that in the face of global uncertainty, regional unity has become more crucial than ever. “We are operating in an increasingly unpredictable global environment. This makes it even more important for ASEAN economies to stand together — united, forward-looking and resilient,” he said.
 
“Selangor is committed to playing a leading role in fostering deeper regional partnerships, both at the government and business levels.” The Chief Minister also emphasised Selangor’s readiness to act as a subnational driver of economic diplomacy, leveraging its strategic location, modern infrastructure and diversified economy to connect provinces, states and cities across ASEAN.
 
SIBS 2025 will feature six major event components:

This year marks the debut of the Selangor International Care Summit an initiative led by YB Anfaal Saari, Selangor’s Executive Councillor for Women and Family Empowerment and organised by Wanita Berdaya Selangor (WBS). The new component highlights critical issues such as mental health, wellness and ageing — bringing human-centric development into sharper focus.
 
The Selangor Aerospace Summit also returns this year as an integrated part of the main programme, showcasing Selangor’s ambitions to strengthen its position as a national aerospace hub and facilitating cross-sector collaboration with industrial, logistics and digital economy players.
 
With 70% of planning already completed, the State Government has launched regional promotional efforts across South East Asia and intensified outreach across Malaysia to ensure broad participation. “We encourage business leaders, government agencies, and academia to take part in SIBS 2025 — whether as exhibitors, trade visitors, or conference delegates. It’s an opportunity not only to network but to help shape the future direction of the region’s economy,” the Chief Minister added.
 
Since its establishment in 2015, SIBS has generated billions in potential trade and investment value, and continues to draw a growing international audience. Beyond the numbers, the summit represents Selangor’s long-term commitment to building an inclusive, future-ready and sustainable economy.
 
SIBS 2025 will be held from 8–11 October 2025 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. The summit is organised by Invest Selangor Berhad on behalf of the Selangor State Government.
 
For more information on SIBS 2025, visit www.selangorsummit.com and follow @selangorsummit on social media.

About Invest Selangor

Invest Selangor Berhad is the Selangor State Government’s investment promotion agency, facilitating business growth and investment opportunities in Malaysia’s most developed and competitive state. As a one-stop center, it provides advisory services, market insights, and facilitation for local and international investors looking to establish or expand in Selangor—the gateway to ASEAN.

With a strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and a thriving business ecosystem, Selangor continues to attract high-value investments across diverse industries, reinforcing its position as Malaysia’s economic powerhouse. Since 1999, Invest Selangor has successfully facilitated over 6,730 manufacturing projects, contributing to the creation of 489,464 jobs and securing more than RM237.7 billion in investments.

Invest Selangor also drives the Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) and the Selangor Aviation Show (SAS), key platforms connecting industry leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs across South East Asian region and beyond. Through strategic initiatives, it remains committed to a resilient, sustainable, and innovative economy, reinforcing Selangor as the preferred destination for global investors.
 
For Selangor investment enquiries, please visit www.investselangor.my

SOURCE: Invest Selangor Berhad (for Selangor International Business Summit)

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name: Nur Azyyana Abu Bakar
Email: azyyana@investselangor.my
 
Name: Maryani Binti Mat Saad
Email: maryani@investselangor.my

--BERNAMA