Scheduled to begin next month at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, SIBS 2024 will be held in two series: Series One from July 25 to 27, and Series Two from Oct 16 to 19. This series will offer industry insights, engagement opportunities, and international networking platforms.

Mayor Mohamad Zahri Samingon said this will ensure micro and macro entrepreneurs can operate with greater confidence in the city, create better job opportunities and stimulate the local economy.

“The birth rate in the state is reducing, with an average of 1.9 in 2018 following concerns (among couples) towards the high cost of care. At the same time, the life expectancy of residents in Selangor is high, two and a half years longer than the national life expectancy,” he said

Menurut Azilah, pada tahun ini juga menyaksikan peningkatan jumlah penglibatan usahawan seramai 200 orang yang mempromosikan produk mereka di 200 reruai jualan berbanding tahun lalu hanya 149 usahawan yang mengambil bahagian.

Kadar penembusan pembayaran digital sektor awam di Selangor dan Pulau Pinang mencatatkan pencapaian memberangsangkan apabila mencecah 90 peratus setakat ini, menurut Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet).