KUCHING: Sarawak will host the triennial general assembly of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (Icomos) in 2026, bringing in 2,000 cultural heritage experts to discuss development and conservation. Abdul Karim said the event was estimated to generate a total economic impact of RM16.3mil, including direct delegate expenditure of RM8.9mil. "Cultural heritage experts and professionals from 130 countries will actively participate in meetings and scientific symposiums and visit significant cultural and natural heritage sites around Sarawak and Malaysia," he added. "We foresee delegates becoming advocates for the amazing experiences that Sarawak and Malaysia's cultural heritage offers. "Such an event of this magnitude will draw a high economic impact and wide-ranging benefits for future cultural tourism," he said.

Source: The Star October 17, 2023 11:20 UTC