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Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) recorded 4.9 million passenger movements in May 2026, including 3.6 million international passengers, a two per cent increase compared to May 2025. BERNAMA file photo

(From left) Jaya Grocer Chief Executive Officer Daniel Teng and Tourism Malaysia Chairman Datuk Manoharan Periasamy during the Malaysian Delights launch ceremony at KLIA2.

The rich flavours, vibrant colours and lively rhythms of Malaysia came alive in Leuven as the Malaysian Association of Belgium and Luxembourg (MABL) hosted its ‘Jom Lepak 2026’ festival on May 16 at HAL 5, attracting more than 300 visitors.

Throughout 2026, Kuala Lumpur is expected to host 25 international music performances across six major venues, attracting an estimated 500,000 concertgoers from Malaysia and across the region.

Many traditional art forms, including Wayang Kulit and Makyong, are becoming less visible not because of a lack of interest, but due to weak promotion, limited funding and insufficient preservation efforts. - Canva

Speaking at a dinner held in conjunction with the 21st General Assembly of the Confederation of Asean Journalists, Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Chiew Choon Man said journalists play a key role as cultural bridges in strengthening regional understanding and promoting Asean globally. - Photo source - NUJM

The long-awaited Licence to Win Grand Prize winner, Raenita Santoso (representing James Robert), poses proudly with their brand-new Porsche 911 Carrera, marking the pinnacle of the event’s victory celebrations. - Photo courtesy of Malaysia Airports

Malaysia’s popular homegrown ice cream brand Inside Scoop has introduced a new Rasa-Rasa Malaysia collection in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, bringing a local twist to its signature desserts. Photo: Inside Scoop

For 2026, Tune Protect is targeting revenue growth of more than 20 per cent by strengthening its presence in preferred segments such as Travel and Fire through closer integration with strategic partners.

The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry is urging hotels to offer tourists a minimum 23-hour stay to boost the appeal of Visit Malaysia 2026, the Dewan Rakyat was told. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva