RM550m to boost tourism promotion, activities

BUDGET 2025 | The government has set aside nearly RM550 million to intensify tourism promotion and activities, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Anwar, who is also the finance minister, when tabling Budget 2025 in the Dewan Rakyat today, said the allocation includes preparations for the upcoming Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

He added that RM110 million was earmarked for enhancing tourist sites, forging eco-tourism collaborations, and supporting Unesco (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) nominations.

“This includes upgrading facilities at the Endau Rompin National Park in Johor, Redang Island in Terengganu, and Tusan Bekenu Beach in Sarawak.

“In addition, fostering eco-tourism partnerships with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and Habitat Foundation,” he said.

To preserve Kuala Lumpur as a cultural and creative city, the prime minister said Khazanah Nasional Bhd will allocate RM600 million to restore and enhance the Sultan Abdul Samad Building and Carcosa Seri Negara.

“This includes constructing an elevated bridge connecting Perdana Botanical Garden to Carcosa Seri Negara,” he said.

- Bernama

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