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Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir has warned that Langkawi has achieved only 50% of its potential economic performance nearly 40 years after gaining duty-free status, risking competitiveness against regional tourism rivals.
Malaysia's hosting of MATTA Connect 2026 in Ipoh underscores the nation's strategy to distribute tourism opportunities across emerging destinations rather than concentrating them in traditional hubs, aligning with the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign objectives.
Melaka's river cruise operator is on track to welcome one million passengers this year, leveraging upgraded vessels and aggressive marketing to cement the attraction's status as a regional tourism draw.
Terengganu has allocated RM3.78 million from 2024 onwards to develop Kenyir Geopark in Hulu Terengganu, focusing on conservation and geotourism to secure UNESCO recognition.