Malaysian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Haznah Md. Hashim has said the tourism sector has emerged as a vital component of bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Malaysia.
"This is acting as a bridge to bring our people closer and allowing us to experience the unique beauty and diversity each nation has to offer," she said while speaking at a B2B networking dinner on Sunday at a Dhaka hotel.
Marking the "Roadshow to Bangladesh", the High Commissioner said Malaysia registered more than 10 million tourists’ arrivals in 2022.
"This shows that Malaysia is on track to gain back 26 million tourists’ arrivals. Out of 10 million tourists in 2022, about 59,000 were originated from Bangladesh," she said.
With respect to Bangladeshi tourists, leisure tourism plays a significant role in attracting them to Malaysia.
The High Commissioner said Malaysia, Truly Asia, offers the Bangladeshi travellers a perfect blend of natural landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich cultural heritage – which is a multitude of experiences for every traveller.