Commentary: Malaysia wants 35 million tourists in 2026. Can its environment keep up?
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Malaysia hopes to attract over 35 million tourists in 2026, but its current approach raises questions about long-term sustainability and environmental impact, says Southeast Asian politics expert Sophie Lemiere. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has plans to bring in 31.4 million tourists this year and 35.6 million tourists in 2026. Those numbers are ambitious, considering Malaysia welcomed just over 25 million tourists last year, falling short of its 27.3 million target. As consumer spending tightens
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