Malaysia is set to offer visa-free entry to Chinese tourists starting from next month, in a bid to boost its tourism industry that has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the policy during his recent visit to China, saying that it would benefit both countries and strengthen their bilateral ties. However, some Malaysian tour …

In a strategic move to invigorate its tourism sector, Malaysia is poised to introduce a 30-day visa-free stay for Chinese tourists, effective from December 1. This reciprocal measure follows China’s recent inclusion of Malaysia in its visa-free travel list for a one-year trial. The initiative aims to bolster tourism, a pivotal contributor to Malaysia’s economy, accounting for 14% of the …