A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia:
The Secret of Malaysia’s 2026 Medical Tourism Boom
Malaysia’s medical tourism industry is set to continue its strong expansion, buoyed by strategic initiatives and robust international collaborations. The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), an agency under the country’s Health Ministry, has unveiled its new campaign, the “Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026”, designed to elevate the nation’s healthcare offerings while providing a comprehensive experience for international medical tourists.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
UN Tourism Celebrates World Tourism Day 2025 in Melaka, Malaysia
This global Day of Recognition for the sector and its vital importance marked a pivotal moment in advancing tourism as a catalyst for positive change, resilience, and sustainable development worldwide. The celebrations, hosted with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia, brought together global leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and local communities to share innovative ideas and chart a sustainable future for the tourism sector. The celebrations aligned with the 7th edition of the World Tourism Conference (WTC), showcasing Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and commitment to sustainable tourism.
(source: UN Tourism)
Malaysia Accelerates Tourism Renaissance with National Budget 2026
Malaysia is charting an ambitious path toward a vibrant tourism renaissance as the government’s 2026 National Budget ignites new momentum for growth, innovation and international recognition in the travel sector. With substantial allocations aimed at revitalising infrastructure, empowering small and medium tourism enterprises, and promoting sustainable development, the budget reflects a bold commitment to positioning Malaysia as a world-class destination once again.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
Tourism Malaysia Teams Up With Scoot to Fuel Regional Travel
Low-cost Singapore-based airline Scoot has inked a three-year memorandum of collaboration (MoC) with Tourism Malaysia to jointly position Malaysia as a top travel destination across regional markets, with a focus on boosting tourism in the lead-up to Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). The strategic partnership, which runs until August 2028, will see the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines and Malaysia’s tourism board roll out integrated marketing campaigns and co-branded initiatives. These efforts aim to drive awareness of Malaysia’s diverse cities and offerings, particularly in high-growth markets such as Australia, China, Indonesia and Singapore.
(source: Marketing Interactive)
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