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Ashwin Gunasekeran Appointed Adjunct Associate Professor at Taylor’s University

infotourism2 months ago2 months ago01 mins

PENANG – Ashwin Gunasekeran, Chief Executive Officer of the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), has been appointed Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Events at Taylor’s University. The appointment recognises his experience in the business events industry and his contributions to promoting Penang as a destination for international conventions and…

The Hidden Cost of How U.S. Tariffs Cast Shadows Over Malaysia’s Tourism Industry

infotourism1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

April 2025, Johor Bahru — When reports broke that the United States had imposed a 24% tariff on Malaysian imports with effect from April 9, the limelight predictably fell on manufacturing, palm oil, and electrical components. But under the radar, another sector stands quietly at risk: tourism. While not in the tariff bullseye, Malaysia’s tourism…