A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia:
Malaysia extends Visit Malaysia 2026 tourism campaign through 2027 to boost regional connectivity
Malaysia has officially extended its Visit Malaysia 2026 initiative through the end of 2027, leveraging strategic airline partnerships and multi-country travel packages to attract millions of international visitors. The decision to prolong the campaign ensures that Malaysia does not treat 2026 as an isolated promotional window but rather as the start of a sustained growth period. By extending the timeline, the government can better adapt to fluctuating global travel trends and strengthen its presence in high-growth markets, specifically within the ASEAN region and India.
(source: Nomad Lawyer)
Foodie Media announces partnership with Tourism Malaysia
Malaysia received more than 21 million tourists from January to June this year and is hoping to reach its target of some 47 million visitors within the Visit Malaysia 2026-2027 (VM2026-2027) campaign period. Now, Tourism Malaysia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Foodie Media Bhd to strengthen the promotion of Malaysia’s tourism offerings, and raise awareness of Malaysia as a preferred tourism destination.
(source: The Star)
National Day: colourful floats highlight Malaysia’s top tourism destinations in Putrajaya
A stunning display of Malaysia’s national and natural heritage was put on full display with the appearance of multiple unique floats of top tourist destinations during the 2026 National Day celebrations on 31 August. The floats included beautiful realistic recreations of Malaysian rainforests, as well as a lifelike sculpture of the hornbill, Malaysia’s national bird, perched among the vines.
(source: The Star)
Sabah Tourism Board celebrates 50-year anniversary
In August, Sabah Fest 2026 was launched in conjunction with Sabah Tourism Board’s 50th anniversary, highlighting the State’s cultural diversity and efforts to promote sustainable tourism while encouraging visitors to stay longer and explore more of Sabah.
(source: Daily Express Malaysia)
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