With just four weeks to go until WTM 2018, we would like to invite you to join Tourism Malaysia to hear about the latest developments throughout the destination. With regional participants from Sabah, Sarawak, Langkawi, Selangor, Pahang, Melaka, Johor, Terengganu and Penang as well as 40+ private sector representatives, the stand will be buzzing with activity. Join our press conference and listen to BBC's Kate Humble talk about her wildlife adventure in Sabah, schedule an interview with the new Minister of Tourism or join our product update seminar. We look forward to seeing you this year at WTM! 

Read on below for a summary of Malaysia's WTM 2018 programme...

Tourism Malaysia News Summary

This year at WTM, Malaysia will be sharing new tourism strategies and introducing YB Tuan Mohamaddin bin Ketapi, the country's new Minister of Tourism, Art and Culture. Niche products such as eco-tourism and sustainable nature tourism will continue to be a key focus in 2019. 

Tourism Malaysia Interviews

Whether looking for inspiration for your next story or comment on travel trends, we will have a number of well-informed spokespeople available throughout the show to share their passion for the destination. Please contact us now to schedule your meeting or interview. 

YB Tuan Mohamaddin bin Ketapi, Minister of Tourism, Art and Culture Malaysia. Appointed 2nd July 2018. From Sabah, Malaysia.

The election earlier this year marked a changing force in Malaysia's tourism strategy. The government is moving towards a more synergistic approach with the travel trade, in order to support the countries tourism growth strategy. Smart partnerships and collaborations with the private sector are key as Malaysia strives towards its 2020 goal of welcoming a total of 36 million tourists and registering RM168 billion in tourist receipts. Come and meet the new Tourism Minister and find out more about the 2019 tourism growth strategy.

Availability: Monday PM, Tuesday and Wednesday AM

Kate Humble- Wildlife Writer and Broadcaster

Kate will be able to provide soundbites on Malaysia ahead of the press conference. Please book a slot if interested, as only pre-arranged interviews will be permitted. Slots will be restricted to 5 minutes. Kate will not be able to talk after the conference as she needs to leave for a prior engagement.

Availability: Tuesday 2.30pm

Tourism Malaysia Key WTM 2018 Events 

Tourism Malaysia Pavilion- Grand Opening (Monday 5th November, 10 am, Stand AS700) 

Ribbon cutting ceremony with Malaysian dancers in traditional costume. Open to all.

Tourism Malaysia Trade Seminar (Tuesday 6th November, 10 am - 12 pm at SG 21)

Join Tourism Malaysia for a trade seminar packed with product updates and news from regional representatives, hotels and tour operators. Open to all.

Tourism Malaysia Press Conference on Eco-Tourism, featuring Guest Speaker, Kate Humble (Tuesday 6th November, 3 pm, Press Conference Theatre, International Media Centre (ME580))

Kate visited Malaysia in June 2018 on a wildlife expedition to Sabah. She was 'blown away' by the experience as she witnessed huge wildlife diversity, which she described as 'bonkers'! Come and hear about Kate's experience as she recalls her encounters with elephants, sun bears, orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and the very rare yellow-throated martin. Representatives from Sabah will also be on hand to provide updates on conservation initiatives and eco-tourism.  Open to all media.

To secure your spot at one of the Malaysia WTM events, please RSVP to hannah@athousandwords.info