On 20 February 2025, Perlis took centre stage at the MIDA Invest Series, held in collaboration with the Perlis State Government and the Northern Corridor Implementation Authority (NCIA). Over 200 participants, including local and foreign investors gathered  to explore Perlis’s strategic potential as an investment hub in northern Malaysia. Perlis Chief Minister YAB Tuan Mohd Shukri Ramli, highlighted the state’s commitment to driving economic growth through key projects such as the Chuping Valley Industrial Area (CVIA) and the Perlis Inland Port (PIP), while Deputy MITI Minister YB Liew Chin Tong, reinforced the state’s role in supporting regional development under the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030 and National Energy Transition Roadmap.

MIDA CEO Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim emphasised Perlis’s strategic location and infrastructure readiness to attract high-value investments, particularly in logistics, advanced manufacturing, and green technology. The event also saw the exchange of MoU and MoC agreements involving Bina Darulaman Berhad and MAERSK Logistics & Services Malaysia, paving the way for enhanced trade connectivity and logistics efficiency.

With strong Government support and a focus on talent development through institutions like UniMAP, Perlis is well-positioned to become a competitive and sustainable investment destination in northern region.