On February 11, 2026, the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) launched the “Kempen Mesra Malaysia” at KL Sentral as a key national initiative for Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). The campaign focuses on strengthening the culture of hospitality and service quality among frontline workers within the transport and tourism sectors. During the launch, strategic…
Kementerian Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya (MOTAC) secara rasmi telah menggantung lesen syarikat Tripz HR Holiday Sdn. Bhd. (KPK/LN 11198) bermula 7 Oktober 2025 sehingga 8 Januari 2026. Tindakan tegas ini diambil setelah syarikat didapati mengelolakan pakej haji bagi musim 1445H/2024M tanpa lesen pengelola yang sah, sekali gus melanggar peruntukan di bawah Akta Tabung Haji 1995…
Please be informed that in accordance with Section 8 of the Tourism Industry Act 1992 [Act 482], the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) has decided to cancel the license of Winborneo Leisure Tour Sdn.Bhd. 201701021062 (1235228-D) (License No. : 8811) effective from 18 December 2025. MOTAC views seriously any violation of legal provisions…
Further information on the program is as follows; 1) 25th International Adana Theatre Festival [ klik disini ] 2) 13th International Balkan Countires Theatre Festival [ klik disini ] 3) Antalya 16th International Theatre Festival 2026 [ klik disini ] 4) Jerash Festival Of Culture And Arts [ klik disini ]
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) through the National Heritage Department (JWN) has taken note of a video released by an irresponsible party regarding a letter from MOTAC regarding an application for permission from the State Authority (PBN) to designate heritage sites in the state of Sabah as Heritage Sites under the National…
Magistrate’s Court 2, Selayang, Selangor on 1 December 2025 sentenced Coachliner 707 Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd. [Company Registration No.: 199001007808 (199378 – K)] after the company pleaded guilty to the charge of failing to use the services of a licensed tour guide when operating domestic tourism activities. Magistrate Tuan Chai Guan Hock convicted the…
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) today announced the withdrawal of the letter of support and action to blacklist Srikandi Wawasan Enterprise for three years following several serious violations of the letter of support conditions in the organisation of the Southeast Asia Arts and Culture Festival programme. The letter of support was issued…
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) stresses that offences under the Tourism Industry Act 1992 [Act 482] and its regulations are serious criminal offences. MOTAC will continue to take strict action against any party who violates the law, especially those involving the use of unlicensed tour guides which can affect the image and…
SABAH, 19 NOVEMBER 2025 | Malaysia continues to strengthen its leadership in the ASEAN cultural landscape as the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) hosts the 21st Senior Officials’ Meeting on Culture and Arts (SOMCA) and related meetings from 17th to 22nd November 2025 in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. The series of meetings is officiated…
Please be informed that in accordance with section 8 of the Tourism Industry Act 1992 [Act 482], the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) has decided to cancel the license of Syarikat Kenari Utara Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd. [200801005515 (806799 – V)] (License No. : 6049) effective from 11 September 2025. MOTAC views…
