A selection of bitesize news stories currently making the headlines in Malaysia:
Malaysian Tourism, Culture and Food Festival Launched in Manila
The Embassy of Malaysia in Manila, through its Tourism Malaysia Office, proudly hosted the Malaysia Tourism, Arts, Culture, and Food Festival 2025 and officially launched the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign at the Concourse, Level 2, One Ayala, from Sept. 12 to 13, 2025. This vibrant promotional event is part of Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to deepen bilateral ties with the Philippines. It aims to raise public awareness of the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026, foster greater cultural appreciation, and strengthen people-to-people connections between the two nations.
(source: Manila Bulletin)
H World Group to Open New JI Hotels in Malaysia by 2026
H World Group, a leading global hospitality company, is expanding its footprint in Southeast Asia with the introduction of three new JI Hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and Phnom Penh, Cambodia. This marks a historic moment for the group, as it enters the Malaysian market and solidifies its growing presence across Southeast Asia. With plans to open these properties in 2026, this expansion reflects H World’s commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable hospitality to travellers in the region, underpinned by the well-established reputation of its JI Hotel brand.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
Malaysia Explores New Tourism Opportunities in Ghana
Malaysia reinforced its diplomatic commitment to Ghana through a comprehensive cultural showcase that emphasised expanding bilateral cooperation across trade, education and tourism sectors. The Malaysian High Commission in Accra hosted Malaysia Open Day 2025 on September 10, bringing together diplomatic corps members, business leaders, students and the Malaysian diaspora in a strategic celebration of cultural heritage and partnership opportunities.
(source: News Ghana)
MIHAS Event in KL Spotlights Halal Tourism and Sustainability
The Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) is preparing for its 21st edition at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur on 17–20 September 2025. The world’s largest global gathering for halal businesses, MIHAS 2025 will be emphasising the expansion of halal tourism with a platform for international business, investors and tourism professionals to discover cutting-edge travel solutions for Muslim travellers. The conference will consist of more than 2,400 stands and welcome 45,000 attendees from 80 nations, making it a must-meet event for tourism professionals who want to access the halal tourism sector.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
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