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PM Anwar rebukes the Immigration Dept over tourist entry congestion

 MALAYSIA- Today, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim chastised the Immigration Department for problems with traffic at the nation’s borders, especially in airports. The prime minister said tourists would not accept excuses for delays and hoped the issue could be resolved, comparing the criticism to “parental love” to ease congestion difficulties at counters processing admission of tourists.  “Malaysia…

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BESarawak targets RM3.3 mln from 1st Asean Tourist Guides confab

MALAYSIA- 400 delegates are expected to attend the first Asean Tourist Guides Conference, which is expected to have a total economic effect of RM3.3 million, according to Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak). The 1st Asean Tourist Guides Conference, to be held at the Imperial Hotel Kuching from October 24–26 this year, is being proudly announced by the Sarawak Tourist Guides Association…

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2nd Edition P.W Gold and Silver (PWGS) Trade Fair 2024: Shaping the Future of the Jewellery Industry

Penang, Malaysia: The PW Gold & Silver Ornament Merchants Association (PWGS) isthrilled to announce the launch of its inaugural “Business to Business” (B2B) and“Business to Consumer” (B2C) event, the 2nd edition of the PWGS Trade Fair 2024. Scheduled to be held from May 31st to June 2nd, 2024, this groundbreaking event is setto welcome approximately…

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STB study to address concerns of monopoly by foreign-owned tourism firms

MALAYSIA- The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) is investigating the spending habits and travel behaviour of South Korean tourists in the state to determine how to counteract the alleged monopoly of foreign-owned travel agencies.  The study’s conclusions, according to STB Chief Executive Officer Julinus Jeffrey Jimit, would be applied to create efficient marketing plans and provide a welcoming…

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