KUALA LUMPUR: Jan 27 – Malaysia welcomed 42.2 million visitors in 2025, marking an 11.2% increase from 38 million in 2024 and a 20.4% rise compared with 35 million recorded in 2019, providing a strong platform for the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that the encouraging…
KUALA LUMPUR – The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) will hold discussions with the Ministry of Finance to explore the possibility of expanding the existing special income tax relief for domestic tourism, said its minister, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. Tiong said the proposal aims to include accommodation at registered tourism premises and…
PETALING JAYA: According to Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, a permanent license that can be renewed for a set charge would be implemented for the convenience of Tourism operators. According to him, industry participants like travel agencies and tour guides would find it simpler and more convenient to apply…
SIBU: In line with the MADANI government’s emphasis on elevating cultural tourism to a national priority, the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MOTAC) is preparing to launch several cultural tourism initiatives and events in 2025. According to Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, the cultural tourism sector has the potential to boost economic growth…
