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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged Malaysian mosques to become integral parts of the country's tourism industry, allowing visitors to experience Islamic heritage, culture and values while remaining places of worship and community engagement.
Kedah is stepping up efforts to position Pulau Tuba as a premier tourist destination, launching staff training programmes and forging international education partnerships to boost visitor numbers and service quality.
The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, officially opened the Kuantan 188 Festival on Thursday evening, marking celebrations linked to the birthdays of the Sultan and Tengku Ampuan.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has committed to ensuring that smaller traders and local communities benefit from the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix coming to Sepang International Circuit in October, alongside major hospitality sectors.
Malaysia will host the Bahrain F1 Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in October 2026, with Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid projecting significant tourism and investment gains despite Bahrain bearing hosting costs.
Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in October 2026, with industry leaders suggesting the one-off event could boost tourism while serving as a crucial assessment of F1's future in the country.
Malaysia's Islamic Tourism Centre has clarified that its Muslim-Friendly Tourism and Hospitality Assurance and Recognition programme complements, not replaces, existing halal certification requirements for the tourism industry.