Indonesia intends to improve its commercial, economic, and tourism programs with Malaysia, especially Johor, by introducing a “special privilege scheme” that provides discounts to citizens living in neighbouring districts. According to Sigit Suryantoro Widiyanto, the Indonesian Consul-General in Johor Baru, this would encompass at least ten Indonesian districts in the Riau Islands, including Tanjung Pinang, Batam, and Bengkalis. This implies that Malaysians who possess 01 identity cards, designating them as residents of Johor, are eligible to receive some savings on lodging or dining expenses in certain Indonesian regions. At a Hari Raya celebration held yesterday at the consulate office in this city for roughly 300 guests, he told The Star, "Similarly, Indonesians from these 10 districts will enjoy discounts when they visit Johor." Sigit claims that the Johor administration is amenable to the change and has already had multiple conversations regarding the plan. "We have already scheduled a business visit to the Riau Islands for Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. "We anticipate that this plan will increase travel and trade among border states. This is the first time Indonesia and its neighbour have discussed such a move, he said. In response to a question regarding the status of the plans to establish a cargo truck ferry route to increase trade between Batam and Johor, Sigit stated that talks to establish a route for the roll-on, roll-off (RoRo) ferry services were going well. "We must investigate the relevant laws and other details in both nations. He continued, "Johor has been supportive of the idea thus far." The previously suggested locations were Tanjung Belungkor Ferry Terminal in Kota Tinggi, Johor, and Batu Ampar Port in Batam. Up to 70 trucks should be able to board a RoRo boat each way. Regarding concerns impacting Indonesians in Malaysia, Sigit stated that around 109,000 Indonesian workers in Johor, Melaka, Negri Sembilan, and Pahang were under the care of the consular office located in Johor Baru. "We constantly encourage our citizens to look for jobs in Malaysia legitimately and through the appropriate channels. "Misuse of visas, particularly overstaying, and working without a valid work permit or having proper documents are among the main problems Indonesians face," he stated, adding that these problems could result in the workers working for inadequate pay and making them more vulnerable to abuse or discrimination. Local Indonesian cuisine and music were served to Onn Hafiz, state officials, and visitors at the open house.