‘Second Dubai’ vision: Raja of Perlis sees state as Asean gateway and trade hub

From paddy fields to 'second Dubai' - Perlis ruler outlines bold vision

He says state has potential to serve as open gateway to Asean countries.

‘Second Dubai’ vision: Raja of Perlis sees state as Asean gateway and trade hub

KANGAR, May 4 — The Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, is confident that Perlis has the potential to emerge as a “Second Dubai”, serving as gateway to Asean countries within the next few years.Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin said he believes the state can grow into a trading hub, innovation centre and regional economic meeting point, given its strategic location in the northern part of Peninsular Malaysia bordering Thailand.“I also hope …

Perlis ruler says state can become ‘second Dubai’

The Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, said Perlis has the potential to develop into a trading hub, innovation centre, and regional economic meeting point. (Bernama pic) KANGAR: The Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, is confident that Perlis has the potential to emerge as a “second Dubai”, serving as a gateway to Asean countries within the next few years. Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin said he believed the state could g…