In 2012, Malaysia, having implemented several important programs, demonstrated an impressive growth of the tourism sector, thanks to which the country was at the center of attention of travelers from around the world. The number of tourists visiting the country has increased to 25 million people, and tourism revenues have exceeded $ 20 billion

Within the framework of the economic transformation program in Malaysia tourism was designated as one of the twelve priority sectors of the economy . In this regard, in the country several tourism development projects are being implemented simultaneously, the aim of which is to increase the tourist flow to 36 million people by 2020 and incomes up to $ 60 billion . One of such projects is the "Malaysia Major Events" the department of the Malaysian Ministry of Tourism, the company that prepares and conducts cultural events in the country . With its establishment, local authorities expect to make Malaysia a cultural center of the Asia-Pacific region .

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