JOHOR BARU: Johor plans to extend Visit Johor Year 2026 into next year following an increase in tourist arrivals this year, Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said.
He said Johor recorded 4.7 million tourist arrivals from January to June and was confident of reaching its target of 12 million tourists staying in the state by the end of the year.
"Our target is 12 million tourists staying in Johor, generating an economic impact of RM42 billion. Based on figures for January to June, we have recorded 4.7 million tourist arrivals and are on track to achieve the target," he said at the Visit Johor Year 2026 public dialogue here today.
Onn Hafiz said next year would be a game changer for Johor, particularly with the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link.
