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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged Malaysian mosques to embrace tourism while remaining centres of worship, citing the National Mosque Open Day as a model for cultural exchange and understanding.
Malaysia will launch its inaugural National Mosque Open Day at Tuminah Hamidi Mosque in Bagan Datuk from August 13-15, showcasing mosques as vibrant community spaces welcoming visitors of all backgrounds.
Malaysia's landmark buildings are shifting from pure property assets to experience-driven attractions. The PETRONAS Twin Towers, KL Tower and Merdeka 118 exemplify how observation decks, skywalks and extreme climbs generate significant revenue while strengthening brand value.
Malaysia's Islamic Tourism Centre has clarified that its Muslim-Friendly Tourism and Hospitality Assurance and Recognition programme complements rather than replaces halal certification, addressing social media confusion about the initiative.
Sabah's Ministry of Tourism is intensifying cooperation with Johor to develop joint marketing strategies and share best practices in heritage management, positioning both states for Visit Sabah Year 2027.
Terengganu's government has defended its redesigned Visit Truly Terengganu 2027 logo, asserting it meets Islamic standards while preserving the turtle as the state's iconic emblem through stylised imagery.