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Malaysia will celebrate its inaugural National Mosque Open Day at the Tuminah Hamidi Mosque in Bagan Datuk from August 13-15, featuring cultural performances, community activities, and exhibitions designed to promote interfaith understanding and Islamic heritage.
Malaysia will host the Bahrain Gulf Air Formula One Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from October 2-4, 2026, with Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid saying the event will boost tourism, investment, and the country's global profile despite Bahrain covering hosting costs.
Malaysia's Islamic Tourism Centre has clarified that its Muslim-Friendly Tourism and Hospitality Assurance and Recognition programme works alongside, not instead of, the Malaysia Halal Certification system to serve Muslim travellers.
Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in October 2026, marking the championship's return after nearly a decade. Industry leaders say the one-off event offers significant economic benefits with minimal risk, though permanent F1 return remains unlikely.