New Zealand nearly triples levy on international tourists
New Zealand struggles with tourist impact on the environment and stretched infrastructure due to large visitor numbers.
Tue Sep 03 2024
Over a million tourists arrivals in Malaysia since border reopening
Malaysia has managed to attract over a million tourists so far, over half of the targeted 2 million international tourists set by the government this year since the border reopening on April 1.
Sat Jun 04 2022
Malaysia records over 250,000 tourists arriving, leaving as of April 4
More than 250,000 international tourists were recorded to have entered and left Malaysia through the main entry points as at April 4, following the reopening of the country's borders on April 1.
Mon Apr 25 2022
MOTAC targets up to RM77 bln tourism revenue in 2025
MOTAC aims to generate between RM47 billion and RM77 billion in tourism revenue through the arrival of 16 million to 22 million international tourists in 2025.
Sun Apr 10 2022
Over 1,000 foreign travellers set to arrive in Malaysia April 1 - Nancy
More than 1,000 international tourists are expected to arrive in Malaysia on the first day of the country's transition to the endemic phase tomorrow, said Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.
Thu Mar 31 2022
'Fortress Australia' to welcome tourists for first time under COVID
Australia will welcome international tourists on Monday after nearly two years of sealing its borders, Morrison announced.
Sun Feb 20 2022
Australia reports 43 COVID deaths before expanded border reopening
Australia will welcome international tourists on Monday for the first time in nearly two years.
Sat Feb 19 2022
Australian PM signals reopening borders to tourists 'not far away'
Scott Morrison said the parliament will debate on the reopening of the country's borders to international tourists this week.
Sun Feb 06 2022
Indonesia to reopen Bali to foreign tourists on Feb 4
Indonesia will gradually reopen Bali for international tourists starting February 4, a much needed move to revive the resort island from the COVID-19 pandemic that battered its economy.
Mon Jan 31 2022
Gov't to use Langkawi International Tourism Bubble as benchmark for border reopening
Nancy said MOTAC will evaluate the performance of the pilot project first before reopening the country's borders to international tourists.
Sat Oct 30 2021
Int'l tourists can travel to Langkawi beginning Nov 15 - Ismail Sabri
International tourists who wish to visit Langkawi are allowed to do so beginning Nov 15, through the International Tourism Bubble (Inbound) for the Langkawi Pilot Project.
Fri Oct 22 2021
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Thu Oct 21 2021
Indonesia's Bali reopens to international tourists, but with no flights
Tourism-reliant Bali is scheduled to reopen on Thursday.
Thu Oct 14 2021
Sabah safe for international tourists - Mohamed Nazri
Tourism and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz said it is safe for international tourists to visit Sabah.
Wed May 03 2017
London most popular European city in 2015 for international tourists
London attracted more international tourists in 2015 compared to its rival Paris, which recorded a dip in visits following two separate terrorist attacks.
Mon Mar 07 2016
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024