International arrivals up 14.5% to 28.24mil in first 8 months of the year
Malaysia recorded about 28.24 million overseas visitors from January to August, a 14.5% jump from the same period in 2024.
Tourism Malaysia deputy chairman Yeoh Soon Hin said the upward trend underscored Malaysia’s rapid post-pandemic recovery and growing global appeal.
He said domestic tourism also remained robust, with 73.8 million domestic tourists recorded in the second quarter of 2025, a 7.8% year-on-year increase.
“These figures show that Malaysia’s tourism assets are gaining increasing recognition and popularity,” he said in a statement.
“The industry continues to drive not only accommodation and transport, but also food and beverage, culture, retail and related services, creating a strong multiplier effect.”
Yeoh said Malaysia was poised to remain one of…
