According to a recent news article by Bernama, the Dayak film industry requested the Sarawak Tourism Board to introduce initiatives to create a friendly environment for local film producers. This, they argued, would assist the state’s domestic tourism industry. While the request might seem self serving on the part of the local film industry, their [...]
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Politics and Tourism
One thing to admire about the way Malaysia promotes its tourism industry is the tenacity and intensity of the promotion. We have always smiled whenever I read various authorities highlighting minute details to support the tourism industry in Malaysia. Their efforts, no matter how effective, are commendable in our view.
100- Storey Tower Will Be A Catalyst For Tourism Growth – Yen Yen
he Tourism Ministry welcomed the proposal to construct a 100-storey tower as announced in the 2011 Budget by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak in Parliament yesterday.
AirAsia Wins Taiwan’s Tourism Award
AirAsia gets on a winning streak once again, when the carrier was awarded in the ‘Contribution to Taiwan Tourism’ category at the Taiwan Tourism Award 2010 ceremony, held at The Grand Hotel in Taipei. The award was bestowed upon the airline by the Taiwan Tourism Bureau, for the carrier’s persistent contributions to the growth of [...]
New Award For Outstanding Personality, Organisation In Tourism
The Prime Minister’s Special Award is being introduced as a new award to honour an outstanding individual or organisation identified for having contributed significantly to the country’s tourism industry.
Selangor Hopes To Draw In More Tourists
Mention Selangor and tourism, and fireflies may be the first thing to come to many people’s minds. However, the state, with its lush tropical rainforest, infrastructure, facilities and scenic sights, offers a range of places to be visited.
Monsoon Cup A Boon For Terengganu
The Monsoon Cup, which is synonymous with Pulau Duyong here, has succeeded in establishing Terengganu as among the most prestigious locations for sailing in the world.
AirAsia Plans Flights To India Via Thailand
AirAsia, Asia’s leading low cost airline, plans to fly to Delhi, Kolkata and Amritsar via its Bangkok hub by the first half of next year, said group chief executive officer Datuk Seri Tony Fernandes.
Perak Reestablishes State Tourism Council
The Perak state government has reestablished the Perak Tourism Council comprising of related government agencies and the private sector in an effort to chart a common goal for the tourism industry in the state, said senior state executive councillor Datuk Hamidah Osman.
Mayflower To Go Public in 2013
A recent article announced that Mayflower Acme Tours Sdn Bhd, one of biggest players in the Malaysian tourism industry, is planning to be listed on the main market of Bursa Malaysia, the country’s stock market, in 2013.
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