Best Muslim-Friendly Destination recognition, good way to promote Malaysia tourism
Mohd Saddam Irrban Shamsuddi said that travel agencies should promote Malaysia's natural beauty, especially those with pristine beaches.
Mon Jun 05 2023
MaTiC chosen as venue for Anwar-Najib debate
Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC) has been chosen as the venue for the debate between PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and former Prime Minister Najib Razak which is scheduled on May 12.
Fri May 06 2022
Melaka's Semarak Merdeka convoy kicks off on Aug 28
The three-day Semarak Merdeka Melaka 2020 convoy programme involving high-powered motorcycle riders will kick-off from the Malaysia Tourism Center in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 28.
Fri Aug 21 2020
'Dinosaurs Alive' at Matic
More than 40 life-sized, moving and animatronic dinosaurs are here for the first time in a pop-up Jurassic-themed exhibition 'Dinosaurs Alive' at the Lanai, Malaysia Tourism Centre (Matic), here.
Mon Aug 14 2017
Sarawak withdraws from Tourism Malaysia
The Sarawak state government has decided to withdraw the participation of its representative in Malaysia Tourism Board.
Mon Jun 12 2017
Malaysia tourism forecast for Q2 suggests growth revival in US arrivals
Tourism Malaysia has projected that tourist arrivals from the United States to Malaysia will see a growth revival in the second quarter of this year.
Sat May 27 2017
NTP: Tourism sector 3rd highest contributor to Malaysian economy
Malaysia's tourism sector saw an improvement from fifth to third highest Gross National Income contributor last year in 2014.
Wed Apr 27 2016
Malaysia remains top destination for global Muslim travel mart
This is revealed in the MasterCard CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index 2016.
Wed Mar 23 2016
Malaysia top choice for Muslim travellers: report
A report by Islamic travel specialist Crescentrating and MasterCard says Malaysia is most preferred in the Muslim travel market.
Wed Mar 04 2015
Top Malaysian Destinations
If you are wondering where to holiday or just can't make up your mind on where to spend one weekend, we have compiled a list for you.
Mon Dec 22 2014
Malaysia expected to reap RM168b from tourism by 2020
Malaysia expects the target to be achieved from 36 million tourist arrivals by 2020 under the Malaysia Tourism Transformational Plan (MTTP).
Wed Oct 09 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024