KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — Malaysia’s tourism sector continues to show positive momentum by recording 28.8 million international visitors from January to August this year, a 1.8 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.
Tourism Malaysia deputy director-general (promotion) Mohd Akbal Setia said the positive performance reflects the continued appeal of Malaysia as a tourism destination and the importance of strengthening international tourism partnerships.
“The development is particularly relevant as the country continues to strengthen its industry under the Visit Malaysia 2026-2027 campaign,” he said.
He said this when delivering a speech on behalf of Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing at the opening of the International Tourism, Arts and Culture Exhibition and Conference (INTACT) 2026 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre here today.
