What are the best barometers for Malaysia’s tourism industry?

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Malaysia’s tourism industry continues to thrive, with domestic, inbound and outbound travel generating billions in spending and driving economic activity nationwide.
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EXPENDITURES from outbound, inbound and domestic tourism benefit the destinations visited.
Whereas trips by locals visiting nearby beaches or jungles and spending little or no money are recreational activities, not tourism.
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- Sep 2, 2026
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- Sep 2, 2026
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