Malaysia aims RM800 million in direct revenue from health tourism next year
The five-year plan aimed to enhance the healthcare tourism ecosystem, as well as efforts to rehabilitate and redevelop the industry.
Tue Dec 14 2021
2021 Budget glimmer of hope for tourism industry
The allocation of RM35 million to the council is to increase the competitiveness of domestic health tourism industry.
Fri Nov 20 2020
Budget 2021 to empower health, tourism sectors - Mustapa
A special focus on empowering the country's healthcare and tourism sectors will be included in the government's agenda in Budget 2021, said Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed.
Mon Nov 02 2020
Malaysia wins fourth World Health Award
The win enhanced the country's position as the world's healthcare marvel and reflects the steadfast commitment from relevant organisations.
Thu Sep 24 2020
Government targeting RM2.8 billion medical tourism revenue by 2020
The government is targeting to generate revenue of RM2.8 billion by 2020 through the health tourism sector, said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Hilmi Yahaya.
Thu Aug 03 2017
Health tourism generates economic and job opportunities
Health tourism is seen as an industry which boosts the country's economy as the sector registered a growth of 23 per cent in 2016 with revenue of RM1.12 billion, up from RM914 million in 2015.
Thu Aug 03 2017
Govt always supportive of efforts to develop health tourism - Dr Hilmi
Unlike other countries, the government had constantly taken initiatives to expand the health tourism industry, resulting in high returns to the economy.
Sat Jun 03 2017
Growth in health tourism, despite economic slowdown - Subramaniam
The health tourism which had 800,000 tourists arrival for health treatment in 2014 saw an increase in 2015.
Fri Jan 22 2016
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
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Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18
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Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump
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Mon Feb 17 2025
Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan
Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
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Mon Feb 17 2025
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
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Sun Feb 16 2025
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Sun Feb 16 2025
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
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Sun Feb 16 2025
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