Direct flight boost to hit target of Chinese tourists

PUTRAJAYA: With the introduction of direct flights between Malaysia and various Chinese cities, the number of Chinese tourist arrivals is expected to reach the targeted seven million this year, says the Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister.

Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing (pic) said with the increase in direct flights, the total number of flights between the two countries was expected to surpass the peak level in 2019.