Malaysia is targeting 43 million international tourist arrivals in conjunction with VM2026. - NSTP/EIZAIRI SHAMSUDINEIZAIRI SHAMSUDINBAYAN LEPAS: Police will enhance security measures at tourist destinations nationwide as part of routine operations in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026), Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said. He said the deployment of additional personnel and tighter security controls at key locations, particularly tourist areas, was standard police practice during major national events, festive seasons and peak travel periods. "With Visit Malaysia Year, this is already part of our routine. Malaysia is targeting 43 million international tourist arrivals in conjunction with VM2026.

Source: New Strait Times January 04, 2026 00:08 UTC