Malaysia has moved up two steps from number 11 in 2009 to number 9 in 2010, based on the number of tourists arrival. The data is based on the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (Untwo) barometer.
Malaysia secured ninth position, just below Turkey and Germany, in term of arrivals. This is considered a remarkable achievement amidst the gloomy scenario for the global tourism industry.
Malaysia secured ninth position, just below Turkey and Germany, in term of arrivals. This is considered a remarkable achievement amidst the gloomy scenario for the global tourism industry.
Among the event's participants are 120 delegations from 83 organisations, including hoteliers, tour operators and Tourism Board representatives.
This year also marked Malaysia's 17th year of participation at the event, the largest trade and consumer travel show in the Gulf region.
Dr Ng said she received the Untwo report upon her arrival here.
Based on the Untwo website, France continued to be the world's top major tourism destination in terms of arrivals and ranked third in receipts.
The United States ranked first in receipts and second in arrivals while Spain maintained its position as the second biggest earner worldwide and the first in Europe, ranking third in arrivals.
Malaysians are urged to continue to work hard to get more visitors to this country.
