A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia:
Malaysia and Indonesia team up to promote Malaka
The Indonesia-Malaysia tourism partnership took another major step forward with a recent sales mission held in Jakarta. This three-day event, which took place from 19-21 August 2025, focused on promoting Melaka tourism as a key destination. The partnership between these two Southeast Asian neighbours reflects their shared commitment to enhancing regional tourism, strengthening cultural ties and creating a sustainable tourism ecosystem.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
Jiangxi Airlines launches new Nanchang to KL flight
Jiangxi Air officially launched its first Southeast Asian international route, the Nanchang-Kuala Lumpur route, today (25/8). The entry of Jiangxi Airlines Co Ltd (Jiangxi Air) into Malaysia through its new direct Nanchang-Kuala Lumpur route is a strategic step forward in strengthening air links between Malaysia and China. The route operates every Monday and Saturday. The outbound flight, numbered RY6607, departs Nanchang at 10 am and arrives in Kuala Lumpur at 3 pm, while the return flight, RY6608, departs Kuala Lumpur at 4 pm and arrives in Nanchang at 8.50 pm.
(source: The Star)
Naturally Langkawi Special Deals 2025
The Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) and Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) have launched the Naturally Langkawi Special Deals 2025 campaign. The campaign offers up to 70 per cent discounts to visitors to Langkawi from 1 October to 31 December 2025. According to Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying, “this campaign is both timely and strategic: it is designed not only to attract visitors during the off-peak travel months, but also to reinforce Langkawi’s standing as a must-visit destination ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.”
(source: New Straits Times)
Sabah explores ecotourism potential
In a pioneering move to position itself as a leading destination for nature-based tourism, Sabah, Malaysia, is exploring the potential of wildlife tourism, specifically mammal watching and herping (searching for amphibians and reptiles). The state’s incredible biodiversity, which includes both endemic and endangered species, is being recognised as a valuable asset to attract nature enthusiasts from around the world. Local conservationists and tourism players are advocating for the development of these niche tourism products, tapping into Sabah’s vast and untapped wildlife treasure trove.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
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