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Penang to Host World Research Travel Conference 2024, Honoring 50 Years of Malaysia-China Relations

Penang, Malaysia– The World Research Travel Organization (WRTO) has announced that Penang will be the host city for the upcoming World Research Travel Conference 2024, scheduled from November 3 to 7 at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre. Supported by the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), this prestigious event will bring together international experts, educators,…

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Need to boost tourism programmes

PETALING JAYA: Ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and Malaysia’s stint as the ASEAN Chair, participants in the tourism industry have urged the government to increase the 2025 allocations for technology, product development, marketing, and digitalization. They said that by actively promoting tourist destinations, states could draw in more domestic travellers for the “Cuti-Cuti Malaysia”…

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Penang tourism is still steady

GEORGE TOWN: Despite the unfavorable weather, businesses at well-known tourist destinations are faring fairly well. Numerous reports indicated good attendance at Chew Jetty, with just brief delays due to sporadic downpours and strong gusts. The 48-year-old Chew Chin Chuan, who owns two souvenir shops, observed that as soon as the rain stopped, tourists would come…

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To Tap Chongqing Market, Wong Hon Wai Leads a Delegation to Chongqing to Promote Penang

Penang, 20 Sep 2024 – To further promote Penang’s tourism industry and strengthen tourism collaboration between Penang and Chongqing (China), Wong Hon Wai, Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy, led a delegation of Penang tourism industry representatives to Chongqing for a multi-day promotional roadshow. Wong Hon Wai stated, “This roadshow marked a…

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RM78.7bil domestic tourism expenditure in 2023, up almost RM20bil

PUTRAJAYA: The Statistics Department’s Tourism Satellite Account (TSA) indicates that domestic tourism in Malaysia increased significantly in 2023, with total expenditures amounting to RM78.7bil, up from RM59.2bil in 2022. A statistical framework known as the TSA is used to assess the performance of the tourist sector and how much it contributes to GDP (gross domestic…

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Penang International Food Festival 2024 Returns in November: A Grand Celebration of Street Food and Heritage

Penang, 12 September 2024– The Penang International Food Festival (PIFF) 2024 is set to make a flavorful comeback this November, celebrating Penang’s renowned street food and hawker heritage. This year’s event promises two major food festivals across consecutive weekends, giving food lovers a chance to dive into the island’s vibrant culinary scene. Event Highlights: A…

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QNET’s V-Malaysia 2024: Major Event Poised to Boost Penang’s Economy and Global Standing

Penang, Malaysia, 12 September 2024 – QNET, a global leader in wellness and lifestyle direct selling, has launched its much-anticipated V-Malaysia 2024 Convention, from September 12 to 16 at the Penang Spice Convention Center. Supported by Tourism Malaysia, this major event is set to enhance Malaysia’s reputation as a top destination for international meetings, incentives,…

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Vietjet Reports Exceptional H1/2024 Financial Growth Amidst Rapid Expansion

Kuala Lumpur, September 11, 2024 — Vietjet Aviation Joint Stock Company (HOSE: VJC) has unveiled its impressive financial results for the first half of 2024, highlighting significant year-over-year growth in revenue and profit. For the first six months of 2024, Vietjet’s air transport revenue soared to VND33.862 trillion (approximately RM5.98 billion), showing a notable increase…

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Savour the Flavours of Malaysia and Unwrap Exclusive Year-End Offers at Capri by Fraser, Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru, August 2024 – Capri by Fraser, Johor Bahru invites you to experience Malaysia’s culinary diversity at Malaysia Sedap, hosted by Caprilicious restaurant. This event offers an exciting fusion of traditional Malaysian cuisine with modern influences, set in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Perfect for winding down after a busy week, you can enjoy…

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