PETALING JAYA: With Chinese New Year just around the corner, Malaysia’s tourism and retail sectors are gearing up for a busy festive period, as industry players report stronger visitor flows, higher hotel occupancy and upbeat consumer spending.
Licensed hotels in smaller towns and secondary cities are projected to see a sharp increase in occupancy, while retailers expect the positive momentum to extend through Ramadan and peak after Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
