Johor Bahru is the capital of the state of Johor in Malaysia. It is the central city of Johor Bahru district, the second largest district in Malaysia in terms of population and economy. In 2020, Johor Bahru had a population of 858,118, making it the largest state capital in the country by population. The city is located in the southernmost part of the Malay Peninsula, bordering the island nation of Singapore.