Malaysia well placed to become Muslim-friendly travel destination
Malaysia now has 365 Muslim-friendly tourist guides and 100 Muslim-Friendly Tourism and Hospitality Assurance and Recognition-recognised hotels and travel agencies.
Khoo Gek San
Malaysia charts new course in tourism
This move comes following the ongoing and prolonged regional conflicts, causing disruption to global travel.
Malaysia’s public sector to begin work-from-home arrangements starting April 15
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the move will involve various ministries, government agencies, statutory bodies, and also apply to GLCs.
Picking Malaysia’s national favourite fruit
So far, there have been proposals from durian manufacturers who want the King of Fruits to be given its due, while the Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board is backing its…
‘Shui’ (tax) voted Malaysia’s Character of the Year
Han Culture Centre Malaysia president Datuk Goh Hin San said the character was chosen because tax issues affect every level of society, from households and businesses to the…
Panda pair Chen Xing and Xiao Yue settling in Malaysia’s Zoo Negara after two weeks’ quarantine
Chen Xing and Xiao Yue's arrival marks a new chapter in the panda partnership between Malaysia and China, following the return of much-loved Fu Wa and Feng Yi to China on May 18…
Giant pandas Chen Xing and Xiao Yue arrive in Malaysia
Their arrival follows the recent extension of the panda conservation agreement between Malaysia and China.
Crowning of durian a thorny issue as Indonesia challenges Malaysia’s claim over king of fruits
Indonesians say they have a stronger claim to the durian as their national fruit, citing their country's larger production as justification.
Malaysian school stabbing victim was polite, liked helping others, says friend
Sixteen-year-old Yap Shin Xuen, a Form Three student, died after being stabbed by a 14-year-old male schoolmate during school hours on Tuesday.
Petronas CEO apologises for exuberant F1 podium celebration
Petronas chief Muhammad Taufik drew criticism after he was seen on the podium when champagne was sprayed in celebration after winners were presented with trophies.