During the 2025 Chinese New Year (CNY), Alipay recorded a significant increase in China’s outbound and inbound travel spending, with Malaysia being amongst the top destinations for Chinese travellers with the top five highest growth rates in total Alipay spending, driven by shopping malls in Malaysia providing special discounts on Alipay to welcome Chinese tourists, as well as the recent mutual visa exemption policy announced by both Malaysia and China. Global Alipay+ merchants have joined Alipay in an exclusive CNY campaign to lure travellers during the country’s longest national holiday. From 28 to 30 January, the number of transactions made by Alipay users in overseas destinations increased by 30% compared…

The EM District Bangkok announced an extraordinary Chinese New Year celebration in honor of the Golden Year of Friendship between Thailand and China. This milestone marks 50 years of diplomatic ties between the two nations, blending cultural traditions with modern attractions. From January 22 to February 23, EM District will be transformed into a whimsical panda wonderland with the installation of 3,000 adorable panda sculptures. Enhancing the experience, a lively Panda Flash Troop will perform twice daily from January 27th to January 29th, adding an extra touch of excitement and joy for families and visitors of all ages. On the 26th to 27th of January there will be a Panda…

Recently, Maxim’s team surveyed its users about why they chose Maxim as their preferred way of getting around. The survey lasted for six months to analyze the key factors of their choice. Affordable price and comfort Data showed that most responses mentioned Maxim’s affordable prices: the price range Maxim offers depends on several factors, like location, time, weather, and type of ride. Specialists also monitor the price range on the market to offer the best price for everyone. Maxim also offers comfortable trips to ensure its users’ satisfaction. “Usually, I spend RM15 to RM20 on a ride, but now I can pay less while still enjoying a comfortable ride,” said…

As Malaysia prepares to assume the ASEAN Chairmanship, expectations are high for a period of dynamic leadership that could shape the bloc’s future. With its strategic geographical location, diverse cultural fabric, and history of fostering diplomacy, Malaysia is well-positioned to steer ASEAN towards meaningful progress in addressing the challenges of a rapidly changing global landscape. The theme for Malaysia’s chairmanship is expected to focus on “Unity in Diversity,” a mantra that encapsulates ASEAN’s core ethos. This principle resonates deeply with Malaysia’s own multicultural identity, making it a fitting advocate for harmony among the ten-member bloc. Malaysia’s leadership aims to enhance regional integration while safeguarding the interests of all member states,…

The Tourism Leaders Summit (TLS) 2025, held on 20 January 2025 at the Mercure Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie, underscores the Tourism Productivity Nexus (TPN)’s commitment to fostering a robust, competitive, and sustainable tourism industry, with productivity as a key driver to enhance operational efficiency, optimise resources, and support overall industry growth. The summit brought together over 100 organisations and individuals, including tourism industry leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders, to kick off 2025 with a strong start in preparation for Visit Malaysia Year 2026. TLS 2025 served as a platform to exchange ideas, debate strategies, and establish collaborative frameworks to elevate Malaysia’s tourism industry to new heights. Central to these discussions was…