F1 return to Sepang set to drive tourism, investment and economic growth - Anwar
Anwar draws on Singapore's expertise to ensure the event meets world-class standards, reinforcing ambitions to leverage the event as a catalyst for tourism, inv...
PRIME MINISTER Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) in October is poised to generate wide-ranging economic benefits, reinforcing Malaysia's ambitions to leverage the global sporting spectacle as a catalyst for tourism, investment and economic expansion.
In a Facebook post, Anwar said the event is expected to stimulate the tourism sector, create employment opportunities, spur commercial activity and strengthen investor confidence, while providing fresh momentum for Visit Malaysia 2026.
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- Aug 5, 2026
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