Borders to be reopened after discussion with three agencies - Hishammuddin
Hishammuddin said the country's borders would only be reopened after discussion with the Health Ministry, Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry as well as the Immigration Department.
Tue Feb 08 2022
Most tourists to Langkawi make own bookings - MOTAC
Most tourists to Langkawi tend to book their own travel, accommodation and tour arrangements, according to monitoring and a survey by the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC).
Tue Oct 05 2021
MOTAC planning tourism bubble in main destinations besides Langkawi
The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC) is planning to implement the tourism bubble approach in the country's major tourist destinations other than Langkawi.
Sun Aug 15 2021
Nancy: Efforts being made to raise Kuching as UNESCO creative city
The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC), in collaboration with the Sarawak government, is in the process of elevating the city of Kuching to be recognised in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.
Sat May 08 2021
MOTAC to continue providing tourism, arts and culture support grant
Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the Finance Ministry had approved the resumption of the grant involving a total allocation of RM30 million.
Fri Apr 09 2021
Rural Development Ministry to help promote rural tourism products
The Rural Development Ministry says it is ready to work with the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry to promote rural tourism products.
Thu Mar 18 2021
MOTAC programmes aimed at helping boost national craft industry
MOTAC's Development Programme (PPPK) and the Community Skills Development Programme (PPKK) will help local crafts entrepreneurs and individuals affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thu Nov 12 2020
548 items listed as intangible heritage
The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC) through the National Heritage Department (JWN), has gazetted 548 items as Intangible Heritage under the National Heritage Act 2005.
Mon Sep 21 2020
Former senior private secretary of former Cabinet member in remand
The case is believed to be related to a company which was awarded an advertisement project under the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry.
Sat Aug 15 2020
COVID-19: Cabinet wants measures taken to assist tourism industry
The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry has been directed to prepare a Cabinet paper on measures that can be taken to help tourism industry players.
Thu Mar 12 2020
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