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Malaysia's tourism association is challenging the government's exclusion of licensed tourism transport from diesel subsidies, arguing the policy ignores domestic travel demand and could undermine the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign.
The Kelantan Arts Festival 2026 brought together prominent local artists and performers to celebrate the state's cultural identity while promoting social harmony and Malaysia MADANI principles through interactive programmes.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has allocated an additional RM10 million to support taxi drivers nationwide, acknowledging their critical contribution as Malaysia's frontline workers and brand ambassadors to tourists.
Malaysia has secured a five-year extension of its MotoGP hosting rights through 2031, with the new agreement taking effect next year. The decision underscores government commitment to positioning the country as a premier global motorsport destination.
A severe heatwave across France has forced the Eiffel Tower and Louvre to close early, disrupting holiday plans for thousands of international visitors and highlighting climate vulnerabilities of Europe's major attractions.
Paris's iconic Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum have announced early closures this week as France grapples with an intense heatwave. The closures prioritise visitor and staff safety amid record-breaking temperatures.