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Govt to strengthen Tourism Industry Act 1992, enhance enforcement

Govt to strengthen Tourism Industry Act 1992, enhance enforcement

Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan highlighted the need to update the outdated act for better monitoring of travel package scam cases.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Police hunting for suspect who delivered fake bomb to MOTAC

Police hunting for suspect who delivered fake bomb to MOTAC

The suspect who delivered a fake bomb package to the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) in Putrajaya on June 5.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Bomb hoax: Police record statements of minister, witnesses

Bomb hoax: Police record statements of minister, witnesses

Police confirmed that a package allegedly containing a bomb and addressed to Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing was a hoax.
Fri Jun 07 2024
[COLUMNIST] Leverage gastrodiplomacy to enhance Malaysia's soft power influence

[COLUMNIST] Leverage gastrodiplomacy to enhance Malaysia's soft power influence

Channelling food as potent communication tool turns out to be crucial for advancing interests and nurturing international raletionships.
Wed Mar 13 2024
[COLUMNIST] Time for socially innovative next-generation tourism

[COLUMNIST] Time for socially innovative next-generation tourism

There is a need to embrace more sustainable tourism practices and regulations to ensure long-term viability of Malaysia's tourism sector.
Tue Jan 23 2024
MOTAC preparing documentation for multi-nomination of Kebaya to UNESCO

MOTAC preparing documentation for multi-nomination of Kebaya to UNESCO

The joint nomination with Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand is aimed at preserving the traditional garment as an important symbol of the culture and identity of women.
Sat Jul 29 2023
Malaysia joins hands to submit multi-national nomination for Kebaya to UNESCO

Malaysia joins hands to submit multi-national nomination for Kebaya to UNESCO

Msia, Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand have jointly submitted the multi-national nomination for the kebaya to UNESCO, MOTAC said.
Tue Apr 04 2023
MOTAC: Only 10 pct of umrah tickets sold to Indonesians

MOTAC: Only 10 pct of umrah tickets sold to Indonesians

Amal by Malaysia Airlines only sells 10 pct of the total capacity of umrah tickets to Indonesian pilgrims, according to MOTAC.
Thu Feb 02 2023
MOTAC will revoke licence of errant travel agencies - Tiong

MOTAC will revoke licence of errant travel agencies - Tiong

MOTAC will take firm action by revoking the licence of travel agencies if they are found to be flouting the rules, its minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said.
Wed Feb 01 2023
MOTAC targeting five million tourist arrivals from China this year - Tiong

MOTAC targeting five million tourist arrivals from China this year - Tiong

MOTAC is targeting the arrival of five million tourists from China this year compared to 3.1 million in 2019, says Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing.
Sun Jan 22 2023
Not a good move for now to tighten SOP for incoming travellers - MOTAC

Not a good move for now to tighten SOP for incoming travellers - MOTAC

MOTAC has stressed that it is neither appropriate nor effective for now to tighten the SOP for the entry of travellers from other countries, including China.
Sat Jan 07 2023
Channel allocations for major events, new year's eve do to flood victims - MOTAC

Channel allocations for major events, new year's eve do to flood victims - MOTAC

MOTAC proposes allocations to hold large-scale events and New Year's Eve celebrations by government agencies be channelled to people affected by floods.
Fri Dec 23 2022
MOTAC to set new plans after briefing by agencies - Tiong

MOTAC to set new plans after briefing by agencies - Tiong

MOTAC will obtain detailed information from the agencies under its purview before deciding on its new planning, said its minister, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing.
Thu Dec 15 2022
MOTAC to meet hotel association reps on rising rate

MOTAC to meet hotel association reps on rising rate

MOTAC will hold discussions with representatives of the Malaysian Association of Hotels regarding the issue of hotel charges at several holiday destinations.
Wed Oct 05 2022
Malaysia, Saudi agree to organise fashion show to promote textile art - MOTAC

Malaysia, Saudi agree to organise fashion show to promote textile art - MOTAC

The governments of Malaysia and Saudi Arabia have agreed to organise a fashion show in Kuala Lumpur that will focus on promoting the uniqueness of the textile art of both countries.
Sat Oct 01 2022
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth

Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth

A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation

PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation

The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence

Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence

Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024