MY TouristPay application facilitates quick and secure payments for foreign tourists
The application also acts as a boost for SMEs especially in rural areas, by facilitating a faster and secure payment method for tourists.
Wed Dec 13 2023
Three-vehicle pile-up causes 7km crawl
Police said two lorries laden with butter and frozen products collided with a Toyota Alphard carrying four foreign tourists.
Fri Nov 17 2023
Italy authorities probe Venice bus crash that killed 21 people
The electric bus, carrying foreign tourists returning from a day trip to Venice, crashed through the guardrail and off an overpass.
Wed Oct 04 2023
India showcases scenic Kashmir to G20 countries, hoping to woo foreign tourists
Kashmir tourism officials said 2022 had about only 20,000 foreign visitors, mostly from Malaysia, Indonesia, South Korea and Taiwan.
Tue May 23 2023
China to reopen borders to foreign tourists for first time since 2020
Areas in China that required no visas prior to the pandemic will revert to visa-free entry, the foreign ministry said
Tue Mar 14 2023
Reconsider the implementation of a luxury goods tax, says Ismail Sabri
Ismail Sabri said the implementation of the tax can potentially discourage foreign tourists who prefer to shop from coming to the country.
Tue Mar 07 2023
Thailand to collect fee from foreign tourist from June 1
The Thai cabinet has decided to collect a fee between 150 (RM19.25) and 300 baht (RM38.45) per foreign tourist tentatively starting June 1.
Wed Feb 15 2023
Hindu devotees, foreign tourists throng Penang to celebrate Thaipusam
After two years of celebrating Thaipusam on a small scale, Hindu devotees as well as foreign tourists in Penang are going all out this year to commemorate the birthday of Lord Murugan.
Sat Feb 04 2023
No change in SOP on foreign tourists arriving in Malaysia - Saifuddin Nasution
The SOP for the entry of foreign tourists at all international entry points remains as of now, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
Sun Jan 08 2023
China plans easier border entry rules for some foreign tourists
Travel groups organised by tour agencies in border areas in China can choose their port of entry and exit "flexibly", the Ministry said.
Tue Sep 20 2022
MOTAC wants Home Ministry to consider issuing double visas to foreign tourists
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) hopes the Home Ministry (KDN) will consider granting double entry visas to foreign tourists to further boost the Malaysian tourism sector.
Thu Jul 28 2022
Charge hotel room rate in US dollar to reduce price competition
Ganesh said the proposal would also indirectly enhance the country's hotel industry in the eyes of foreign tourists.
Wed Jul 13 2022
Immigration dept ready for border reopening
Khairul Dzaimee said among the main international entry points for the purpose were the KLIA and the Sultan Iskandar Building in Johor.
Sun Mar 06 2022
Over 250 Sape players in Kuching set new Malaysia book of records
Besides setting a record in MBOR, the performance also showcased the uniqueness of Malaysian arts to foreign tourists, JKNN said.
Mon Feb 28 2022
Indonesia bans foreign tourist arrivals at Jakarta airport as COVID-19 spikes
The new regulations apply to foreign tourists and Indonesians who have travelled abroad for holidays.
Mon Feb 07 2022
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024