PHNOM PENH: The Cambodian government has moved swiftly to allay concerns following a recent border incident with Thailand, assuring that the country remains safe, stable, and fully open to international visitors. In a statement released on August 1, the Ministry of Tourism reiterated that peace and order have been fully restored, with travel and tourism…
TASHKENT, July 29 — A Malaysian tourism delegation comprising representatives from over 25 travel companies has completed a working visit to Uzbekistan, aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector. The week-long visit, which covered the regions of Jizzakh, Samarkand, Bukhara, and the capital city Tashkent, was organised through the joint efforts of the…
GEORGE TOWN: Penang reinforced its reputation as a regional industrial powerhouse with the opening of four major co-located manufacturing expos at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre yesterday, drawing thousands of trade visitors, engineers and industry leaders from across Asia. The four-in-one event — comprising the Electronics Manufacturing Expo Asia (EMAX 2025), Penang Manufacturing Expo (PMAX…
JOHOR BARU: With the Visit Johor 2026 campaign on the horizon, the state has ramped up efforts to enhance cleanliness and public hygiene, kicking off a statewide “scrub-up” that is turning heads. According to The Star, some 40 high-pressure jetting lorries have been deployed under “Operasi Tanpa Debu” (Dust-Free Operation), an initiative by the Solid…
PORT KLANG: Selangor’s maritime tourism is preparing to enter a new era as China’s Piano Land cruise ship prepares to make Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT) its home port by the end of this year—a move set to anchor international tourism growth for the state. The 12-deck luxury liner, which accommodates up to 2,000 passengers,…
ROTORUA (New Zealand): The Maori community’s transformation of their traditional village into a globally recognised tourism destination has inspired Malaysia to consider a similar model to uplift its Orang Asli settlements, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Speaking to reporters during his working visit to New Zealand, Zahid said the integration…
14 July 2025, Penang -The FAOPMA Pest Summit is back in Penang after a 10-year absence with a new emphasis on proactive and sustainable pest management throughout the Asia Pacific. Hosted from July 14 to 16, the summit—which is organized by the Malaysia Pest Management Association (MPMA)—draws more than 1,200 delegates from 20 countries, making…
Penang, June 30 — In a landmark move that bridges heritage with science, Ghee Hiang, Malaysia’s iconic sesame oil brand, formalised two academic partnerships today aimed at advancing scientific research into the health benefits of its premium sesame oil. Held at Ghee Hiang’s headquarters in George Town, the official Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) and Memorandum…
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Port Commission (PPC) recently welcomed a high-level delegation from Thailand on a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening ties and exploring collaborative opportunities in maritime and logistics, according to a Facebook post by PPC chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin. Led by Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister of Thailand, Dr. Thitiwat Adisornphankal,…
JOHOR BARU: The extension of KTM Bhd’s Electric Train Service (ETS) from Gemas to Johor Baru is expected to significantly enhance connectivity and give a strong boost to the nation’s tourism industry, according to tourism officials. Tourism Malaysia deputy director-general (promotion) Datuk Musa Yusof said the new service — which is projected to take passengers…
