Azalina Seeks District Recognition For Fast-growing Pengerang
She said the recognition would enable the area to receive better access to public facilities and government services, in line with its development as a key economic hub — particularly in the oil and gas sector.
Currently part of the Kota Tinggi district, Pengerang falls under the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) and has attracted multi-billion ringgit investments. These include the Pengerang Integrated Petroleum Complex (PIPC) by Petronas and the Desaru Coast integrated resort managed by a subsidiary of Khazanah Nasional Bhd.
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