Monday, January 27, 2025 Malaysia has announced plans to transform its Chinese New Villages into a major tourism product in preparation for Visit Malaysia Year 2026. These villages, totaling 613 across the nation, each possess distinct histories, arts, and cultural elements that are central to this initiative. Khoo Poay Tiong, chairman of the Malaysian Chinese New Village Secretariat, shared these updates on January 27, 2025.
Khoo highlighted the government’s commitment to upgrading infrastructure in these villages as part of the broader effort to elevate them as tourist destinations. He noted that the Madani government’s strategy aims to enhance these areas, making them appealing to visitors while stimulating local economies. Infrastructure Upgrades and Economic Potential To support this transformation, funds have been allocated by Malaysia’s Housing and Local Government Ministry to improve the facilities and infrastructure in these villages.
The aim is to create an environment that attracts tourists while fostering economic opportunities for residents. Khoo explained that turning these villages into tourism hotspots would directly benefit local communities. Increased visitor numbers would translate into higher demand for local goods, services, and cultural experiences, providing residents with opportunities to boost their income.
Initiatives to Promote Chinese New Villages Beyond infrastructure enhancements, other initiatives are being implemented to promote Chinese N.