Penang, 4 November 2024 — The International Conference of Butterfly Exhibitors and Suppliers (ICBES) 2024 has officially commenced at the Ascott Gurney Penang, marking a significant event in global conservation efforts. Hosted by the Penang State Government in collaboration with the International Association of Butterfly Exhibitors and Suppliers (IABES) and Entopia, this year’s conference has…
Penang, 28 October 2024—In a landmark move to enhance tourism exchange, Penang and Chongqing travel agencies today signed a historic collaboration agreement at the Eastin Hotel in Penang. The event welcomed distinguished officials, travel industry representatives, and esteemed guests to celebrate this burgeoning partnership. YB Wong Hon Wai, Penang State EXCO for Tourism and Creative…
Penang, Malaysia – October 26, 2024 – Penang is all set to host the Penang International Food Festival @ Tanjong 2024 (PIFF @Tanjong) on November 2-3 at Beach Street. This eagerly awaited culinary event will celebrate the city’s rich food heritage, showcasing traditional and modern dishes from some of the most skilled chefs in the…
Frequent landslides in the rural Kiulu area of Sabah are causing significant challenges for local tourism and the community. Recent road collapses have forced schoolchildren to navigate dangerous paths, impacting their daily lives. The situation has raised alarms among regional leaders, who are concerned about both safety and economic losses stemming from these incidents. Kiulu…
Federal Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has advised hotel operators to modify check-in and check-out times so that visitors can stay a minimum of 23 hours each day. Tiong said that on October 17, he met with representatives of various hotel business associations in Parliament and personally voiced his…
Explore George Town, Malaysia’s thriving hub for street art, where Penang Island’s culture and heritage are brought to life with gorgeous murals and ancient streets. George Town in Malaysia, which is well-known for its colourful street art and breathtaking murals, is a haven for Instagram users and art lovers alike. This UNESCO World Heritage Site,…
Penang, Malaysia, October 2024 – The 11th Annual Global Organization of Tamil Origin (GOTO) Meet will be hosted in Penang on January 4th and 5th, 2025, at Dewan Sri Pinang. The two-day event will run from 10 AM to 5 PM each day and is set to attract over 1,000 Tamil delegates from more than…
PETALING JAYA: Considering expenses related to a stronger ringgit, Phillip Research has lowered its headline profits projections for Genting Malaysia Bhd for the upcoming years. The brokerage reported a 9% fall to its 2025–2026 earnings prediction and a 1% reduction in its 2024 earnings target. The research firm still advises investors to buy the stock…
Penang, Malaysia, 8th October 2024 – The 7th edition of the Penang International Travel Exchange (PITE) is set to kick off from 8th to 10th October 2024, aiming to reinforce Penang’s position as a leading business events and travel destination in the Asia Pacific region. Organized by Ace Conferences and supported by the Penang Convention…
Oct. 6, Subang Jaya — The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) and the National Heritage Department (JWN) have successfully surpassed their target participation by drawing in over 4,500 visitors from all over the nation through the Road to Unesco program. The two-day event, which was aimed at approximately 2,000 attendees, according to JWN…
