Iskandar Regional Development Authority appoints new chief executive
What happened
The Iskandar Regional Development Authority appointed Datuk Ashari Kasnan as its new chief executive, effective November 1, 2026, succeeding Datuk Mohd Noorazam Osman. The appointment was agreed upon during a meeting of IRDA's Members of Authority.
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Why it matters
IRDA is a federal statutory body responsible for planning and facilitating the development of Iskandar Malaysia. The new chief executive is tasked with leading efforts to facilitate strategic investments and strengthen the region's economic competitiveness.
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Who's involved
- Iskandar Regional Development AuthorityFederal statutory body responsible for planning and facilitating development in Iskandar Malaysia
- JohorMalaysian state where the Iskandar Development Region is located
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- JohorSpeculative
Johor might see increased regional investment as IRDA focuses on strengthening economic competitiveness