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Southeast Asia's most visited country aims to welcome 47 million visitors in 2026

Southeast Asia's most visited country aims to welcome 47 million visitors in 2026

Malaysia's tourism sector is set for continued robust growth in 2025, and the country works towards 47 million international arrivals and US$80 billion in revenue for Visit Malaysia 2026.
Malaysia retains throne as Southeast Asia's tourism champion

Malaysia retains throne as Southeast Asia's tourism champion

Southeast Asia's most visited country launches ambitious campaign to attract tourists

Southeast Asia's most visited country launches ambitious campaign to attract tourists

Asia's 'most loved country' eyes 43 million visitors this year

Asia's 'most loved country' eyes 43 million visitors this year

Malaysia, voted Asia's "most loved country" last year, expects to receive 43 million foreign visitors this year, up 13% from last year thanks to visa relaxations and increased tourism campaigns.
September 6, 2025 | 03:27 pm PT
Vietnam beats Malaysia, Thailand to rank world's 4th fastest-growing tourist destination

Vietnam beats Malaysia, Thailand to rank world's 4th fastest-growing tourist destination

Vietnam has emerged as one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in the world, according to statistics from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
August 29, 2025 | 03:20 pm PT
Malaysia witnesses 15.5% surge in tourist arrivals from Southeast Asian peers

Malaysia witnesses 15.5% surge in tourist arrivals from Southeast Asian peers

The number of visitors from other Southeast Asian countries to Malaysia increased 15.5% year-on-year to 15.09 million in the first half of 2025.
August 20, 2025 | 03:07 pm PT
Malaysia continues beating Thailand to become Southeast Asia's tourism champion

Malaysia continues beating Thailand to become Southeast Asia's tourism champion

Malaysia recorded 16.9 million international tourist arrivals from January to May, even already beating Thailand's first-half figure of 16.61 million.
August 1, 2025 | 06:00 pm PT
Southeast Asia's most visited country sees tourist arrivals up 20% from Jan to May

Southeast Asia's most visited country sees tourist arrivals up 20% from Jan to May

Malaysia recorded 16.9 million international tourist arrivals from January to May of this year, a 20% increase from the same period of 2024, the tourism ministry said.
July 22, 2025 | 05:12 pm PT
Asia's most loved country unveils campaign to attract Thai tourists

Asia's most loved country unveils campaign to attract Thai tourists

Malaysia has launched a major promotional campaign in Thailand to draw more Thai travelers ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026), aiming to position the country as the top destination for sustainable and inclusive travel experiences.
July 3, 2025 | 04:36 pm PT
Why Malaysia beats Thailand to become Southeast Asia’s tourism champion

Why Malaysia beats Thailand to become Southeast Asia’s tourism champion

Relaxed visa policies, improved infrastructure, and increased tourism promotion campaigns have propelled Malaysia to the top as Southeast Asia's tourism champion, insiders say.
June 24, 2025 | 02:00 am PT
Malaysia to boost cruise tourism as new economic catalyst

Malaysia to boost cruise tourism as new economic catalyst

Malaysia's cruise tourism industry has the potential to become an important catalyst for the country's economic growth, especially in generating job opportunities, empowering local communities, and strengthening a more sustainable and inclusive tourism ecosystem, an official has said.
June 10, 2025 | 08:05 pm PT
Asia's most loved country among most searched destinations by Europeans

Asia's most loved country among most searched destinations by Europeans

Malaysia is one of the five most searched Asian countries by European travelers this summer, according to a recent report from online travel platform Agoda.
June 10, 2025 | 04:45 pm PT
Asia's most loved country receives over 10 million foreign visitors in Q1

Asia's most loved country receives over 10 million foreign visitors in Q1

Malaysia, named Asia's most loved country, has welcomed 10.1 million foreign arrivals in the first quarter of this year, up 22% year-on-year.
June 2, 2025 | 03:02 pm PT
Asia's most loved country eyes 45 million foreign tourists this year

Asia's most loved country eyes 45 million foreign tourists this year

Malaysia, named Asia's most loved country, has set a target of welcoming 45 million foreign visitors this year, marking a 10% increase from last year's figures, driven by strong growth from the Chinese and Indian markets.
April 25, 2025 | 03:21 pm PT
Asia's most loved country eyes 4.3 million Indonesian tourists this year

Asia's most loved country eyes 4.3 million Indonesian tourists this year

Malaysia, named Asia's most loved country, expects to attract 4.3 million Indonesian visitors this year, a 18% year-on-year growth, driven by strong regional travel demand and increased air services.
April 18, 2025 | 12:26 am PT
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