The Malaysian Immigration Department conducted a joint inspection on July 14 of 266 foreigners representing 40 countries residing in the Forest City international community in Johor [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]. Preliminary checks confirmed all 266 individuals possessed valid immigration documents based on current records [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6].
Authorities continue further investigations to verify compliance with entry conditions, the Immigration Act 1959/63, and other relevant laws [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]. The probe targets issues including potential misuse of identity, abuse of travel documents, violations of immigration pass conditions, and other breaches of immigration law [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6].
This follows allegations that Israeli nationals took part in the Network School, a residential technology community for entrepreneurs and remote workers operating at Forest City, using second-country passports [1, 2, 3, 5, 6]. The Home Ministry launched a formal investigation into the Network School's operations to ascertain the facts [1, 2, 3, 5, 6].
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi called for a thorough verification of the identities, nationalities, travel documents, immigration passes, and reasons for entry of individuals involved [1, 5, 6].
The Immigration Department is working closely with the Home Ministry, police, local councils, and other agencies to ensure a professional and comprehensive review of the matter while safeguarding national security and sovereignty [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6].
Officials plan to continue their investigations to clarify all outstanding issues related to identity verification and document authenticity among the foreigners in Forest City.
