Direct flights to lift health tourism


PENANG’S healthcare travel sector is set to receive a boost, with Indonesian carrier TransNusa launching its first direct flight between Jakarta and Penang this month.

“This inaugural flight is timely as Malaysia prepares for Visit Malaysia 2026 and Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026 campaigns,” said Penang tourism and creative economy committee chairman Wong Hon Wai.

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