Malaysia

2024 - 3 - 22

Malaysia's Tourism and Infrastructure Mix: From Chinese Tourists to Toll Abolishment

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Discover Malaysia's plans to welcome Chinese tourists and the financial implications of toll abolishment in this engaging read!

Malaysia is gearing up to welcome a surge of Chinese tourists as part of its post-pandemic recovery plan. Kuala Lumpur has set its sights on attracting a record 5 million visitors from China in 2024, aiming to boost the tourism sector and accelerate economic growth. The anticipation of a significant influx of tourists highlights Malaysia's determination to bounce back from the pandemic's impact and showcase its vibrant culture and attractions to the world.

On the infrastructure front, discussions around abolishing tolls in Malaysia have sparked debates due to the substantial financial implications involved. Proposals to eliminate tolls could lead to the government paying compensation exceeding RM450 billion to concession companies, raising concerns about the feasibility of such a move. The decision-making process regarding toll abolishment underscores the government's efforts to address transportation and financial matters strategically.

In parallel, Malaysia is actively exploring export opportunities for its healthcare sector to capitalize on current market trends and bolster its international presence. By leveraging the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), the country aims to enhance its healthcare export prospects and contribute to the growth of the sector on a global scale.

Moreover, Malaysia's diplomatic relations are in focus as discussions with countries like Thailand and the Maldives pave the way for deeper collaboration in various sectors. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's commitment to strengthening ties with neighboring nations underscores Malaysia's dedication to fostering mutually beneficial relationships and advancing regional cooperation.

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Malaysia welcomes Chinese tourists back in droves after pandemic ... (Aljazeera.com)

Kuala Lumpur targets record 5 million Chinese visitors in 2024 as it hopes to accelerate post-pandemic recovery.

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Abolishing tolls would have significant financial implications on ... (Malay Mail)

He said proposals to abolish tolls in this country would cause the government to pay compensation exceeding RM450 billion to concession companies. “The estimate ...

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Driving export opportunities for Malaysia's healthcare sector (The Star Online)

IN order to capitalise on current market trends to elevate export prospects for Malaysia's healthcare sector, the Malaysia External Trade Development ...

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Malaysia, Maldives discuss cooperation in medical sector, says envoy (Malay Mail)

Malaysia's High Commissioner to the Maldives, Badli Hisham Adam, called on Maldivian Health Minister Abdulla Khaleel and discussed topics such as medical ...

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Synology: Surging demand for data backup solutions in Malaysia (The Sun Daily)

KUALA LUMPUR: Taiwanese data management and security company Synology Inc experienced 50% growth in market share in Malaysia last year, driven mainly ...

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PM Anwar: Malaysia to further deepen collaboration with Thailand (Malay Mail)

PUTRAJAYA, March 21 — Malaysia is further deepening its collaboration with Thailand in the areas of trade, investment and tourism, said Prime Minister Datuk ...

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Malaysia-Indonesia digital infrastructure partnership addresses 5G ... (The Sun Daily)

KUALA LUMPUR: The partnership between Persatuan Penyedia Infrastruktur Telekomunikasi Malaysia (PPIT) and Indonesia's Asosasi Pengembang Infrastruktur...

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Malaysia to further deepen collaboration with Thailand, says Anwar (The Star Online)

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia is further deepening its collaboration with Thailand in the areas of trade, investment and tourism, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar ...

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Tourism Malaysia targets secondary cities in China to boost arrivals (Travel Daily News Asia)

Discover the dynamic world of travel and hospitality in the Asia-Pacific region. Since 2012, TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific offers in-depth coverage of ...

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Malaysia declines offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing ... (Aljazeera.com)

Decision comes after the Australian state of Victoria withdrew as host last year.

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Malaysia Airlines is Manchester United's official airline (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airlines Bhd (MAB) has revealed a long-term partnership with Manchester United, solidifying its position as the club's official ...

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Man Utd announce partnership with Malaysia Airlines (Manchester United)

Manchester United and Malaysia Airlines have announced a multi-year partnership which will see the award-winning airline become the club's official ...

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Malaysia Airlines strikes deal with Man Utd as its official commercial ... (The Star Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: In a significant move to enhance its global reach, Malaysia Airlines has inked a strategic, multi-year partnership with the Manchester United ...

Malaysia Says No To Hosting 2026 Commonwealth Games Over Cost (Barron's)

The decision, made at a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, follows the withdrawal of the Australian state of Victoria last year. "The ...

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[UPDATED] Malaysia says no to hosting Commonwealth Games (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has decided against hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the Youth and Sports Ministry said.

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Malaysia government rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth ... (Reuters)

Malaysia's government has rejected an offer to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, its sports ministry said on Friday, due to uncertainty over the economic ...

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Malaysia declines offer to host Commonwealth Games 2026 (The Star Online)

PETALING JAYA: The government has decided not to accept the offer to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games in a Cabinet meeting on Friday (March 22), says the ...

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McDonald's Malaysia drops lawsuit against pro-Palestinian boycott ... (South China Morning Post)

The Malaysian operator of the fast food giant had claimed the boycotters had slandered its business and implied it had profited from the assault on ...

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Malaysia says no to hosting 2026 Commonwealth Games over cost (FRANCE 24)

The decision, made at a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, follows the withdrawal of the Australian state of Victoria last year.

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Malaysia says no to hosting 2026 Commonwealth Games over cost (CNA)

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia on Friday (Mar 22) decided against hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games because of the cost, the government said, in a fresh blow to ...

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McDonald's Malaysia drops RM6m defamation suit against local ... (Malay Mail)

KUALA LUMPUR, March 22 — McDonald's Malaysia has dropped its defamation suit against pro-Palestinian group Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) Malaysia ...

Commonwealth Games 2026: After Australia, now Malaysia declines ... (The Economic Times)

Malaysia has opted out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to financial concerns, following Victoria, Australia's withdrawal last year.

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New blow for Commonwealth Games as Malaysia rejects offer to ... (The Guardian)

Malaysia has rejected an offer to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to uncertainty over costs and insufficient funding offered.

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Malaysia government rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth ... (The Business Times)

MALAYSIA'S government has rejected an offer to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, its sports ministry said on Friday (Mar 22), due to uncertainty over the ...

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McDonald's Malaysia withdraws defamation suit against BDS Malaysia (The Sun Daily)

KUALA LUMPUR: McDonald's Malaysia has withdrawn its RM6 million defamation suit against BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) Malaysia, as announced by...

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Malaysia will not host 2026 Commonwealth Games, says Hannah (Free Malaysia Today)

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia will not be hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, says youth and sports minister Hannah Yeoh. She posted a statement by her ministry ...

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Malaysia becomes second country to reject hosting 2026 ... (Sky News)

Malaysia, which hosted the 1998 games, had agreed to step in after the Australian state of Victoria withdrew as hosts for similar reasons in July last year.

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Malaysian govt decides against hosting 2026 Commonwealth Games (Malay Mail)

KUALA LUMPUR, March 22 — The Malaysian government has rejected the opportunity to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the Youth and Sports Ministry announced ...

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Malaysia rejects 2026 Commonwealth Games hosting right (The Punch)

The decision, made at a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, follows the withdrawal of the Australian state of Victoria last year. “The ...

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Malaysia says no to hosting Commonwealth Games [NSTTV] (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has turned down the offer to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the Youth and Sports Ministry said.

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Malaysia: No to 'costly' Games (The Star Online)

PETALING JAYA: A £100mil (RM603mil) subsidy will not be enough for Malaysia to host the multi-billion ringgit Commonwealth Games 2026 – and as such the ...

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Malaysia rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games - ESPN (ESPN)

Malaysia has decided against hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to time constraints, costs and an insufficient offer of funding for multisport event ...

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Malaysia rejects chance to host 2026 Commonwealth Games - AW (Athletics Weekly)

The Malaysian government was offered £100m by the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) but that was regarded as “insufficient” and the time frame was also too ...

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New blow for Commonwealth Games as Malaysia rejects offer to ... (RNZ)

Malaysia has rejected an offer to hold the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to time constraints, costs and an insufficient offer of funding, its government said ...

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Sabah offers 'budget friendly' holiday options for peninsular ... (The Star Online)

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah offers peninsular Malaysians a reason to explore budget-friendly vacation options, given the increasing expense of international ...

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Malaysia rejects chance to host 2026 CWG over costs (DAWN.com)

The Malaysian government says the offer was not expected to be able to cover the entire cost of organising a large-scale sports event.

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