Overview
- Malaysia confirmed participation in MITT in Moscow for 2026 and stated plans to take part in the Russian travel festival “Путешествуй!”.
- Officials are developing additional promotional road-shows across Russian regions, with specifics still in progress.
- Ambassador Cheong Lun-Lai urged visits to Malacca for UNESCO-listed heritage and to Sabah and Sarawak for nature, highlighting the Mulu caves.
- For travelers seeking beaches, he pointed to Desaru in Johor while emphasizing the country’s broader offerings.
- The envoy noted his travels from Dagestan to Vladivostok and described Russia’s regions as highly diverse, informing Malaysia’s outreach approach.