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From sea jacuzzi to pickleball on water: Penang unveils new tourism site Forest Island

GEORGE TOWN, April 8 — A new tourism product in Penang will offer visitors experiences in the middle of the sea, r...

Penang sees surge in medical tourists, revenue crosses RM1.1b in 2025

GEORGE TOWN, May 11 — Penang recorded strong growth in its medical tourism sector, with foreign patient numbers ri...

Penang picked for Indian Ocean maritime heritage Unesco bid involving 17 countries

 GEORGE TOWN, May 1 — Penang has been selected to participate in the Indian government’s initiative for...

Was Penang ‘robbed’ from Kedah? Malaysian states face off in sovereignty row

Penang, the Malaysian state long marketed as the Pearl of the Orient, is better known today for its hawker food, colonial-era streetscapes and the multicultural life of George Town...

P. Ramlee’s legacy endures, with birthplace centenary set to draw renewed interest, says National Archives D-G

GEORGE TOWN, April 11 — More than 100,000 visitors from within and abroad visit the Birthplace and Gallery of P. R...

Penang records RM956b trade, strengthens role as key E&E export hub in Malaysia

GEORGE TOWN, May 8 — Penang has remained as the country’s industrial heartbeat and is recognised as one of t...

Penang records RM956b trade, strengthens role as key E&E export hub in Malaysia

GEORGE TOWN, May 8 — Penang has remained as the country’s industrial heartbeat and is recognised as one of t...

Perak struggles to attract major hotels as tourists skip overnight stays

IPOH, April 21 — Difficulties in attracting major international hotel brands to Perak were highlighted in the Stat...

Penang plans new state administrative centre, legislative assembly on Silicon Island

GEORGE TOWN, April 7 — The Penang government is planning the construction of a new state administrative centre inc...

Police: Nearly two million vehicles expected to flood Penang during long May 27 to June 2 break

GEORGE TOWN, May 22 — Penang is expected to see approximately 1.9 million vehicles enter and pass through the stat...

Tourism Malaysia strengthens Pakistan outreach at Pakistan Travel Mart 2026

Malaysia smashes first-quarter tourism record with 10.6 million arrivals

KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 — Malaysia recorded a new tourism milestone in the first quarter of 2026, welcoming more than...

Penang expecting 1.9 million vehicles for May 27-June 2 public holidays, police ramping up traffic operations

Penang is expected to have up to 1.9 million vehicles enter and pass through the state during the holiday period of May 27 to June 2, reported Bernama. This will prompt the Penang...

Penang tightens entry-point health security despite low hantavirus risk in Malaysia

GEORGE TOWN, May 11 — Penang has strengthened health security at its international entry points at both the port a...

Sabah Tourism Board: Preparedness is key, destination remains compelling despite global jitters

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 — The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) is establishing a crisis response unit to strengthen prepare...

George Town gazettes 35 heritage items, eyes Unesco recognition for Penang traditions

 GEORGE TOWN, May 11 — The Penang government has gazetted seven cultural heritage arts items and 28 tradition...

In Penang this long weekend? Ferry rides are free on Wesak Day, Agong’s birthday

GEORGE TOWN, May 30 — The Penang Port Commission (SPPP) has announced two days of free ferry services tomorrow and...

We can’t pass on rising costs: Malaysia’s tourism industry pleads for urgent govt aid, subsidies

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 — Did you know that if you bought a travel package last year for a trip this month, you as a...

Lim Guan Eng slams BN, Umno, PN, PAS over Rain Rave criticism, cites RM200m tourism boost

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — DAP Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng has criticised BN, Umno, Perikatan Nasional (PN) and PAS for oppos...

George Town hosts grand Vaisakhi open house at Padang Kota Lama

GEORGE TOWN, May 3 — The Penang-level Vaisakhi Open House at Jalan Padang Kota Lama drew more than 1,000 visitors...

Penang cements role as Malaysia’s automation, test and equipment hub with launch of collaborative campus initiative

GEORGE TOWN, April 24 — Penang is strengthening its position as a key hub for automation, test and equipment (ATE)...

Penang cements role as Malaysia’s automation, test and equipment hub with launch of collaborative campus initiative

GEORGE TOWN, April 24 — Penang is strengthening its position as a key hub for automation, test and equipment (ATE)...

Plans for three-star hotel in Kenyir Geopark hit snag, Terengganu govt seeks new push for tourism

KUALA TERENGGANU, April 22 — Operations at the three‑star hotel on Pulau Poh in Kenyir Geopark near Hulu Terenggan...

Tiong says Malaysia’s tourist arrivals continue to grow despite Middle East conflict

 KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said tourist arrivals in...