MELAKA: Malaysia must safeguard its natural heritage to build a tourism industry that is both world-class and future-ready, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
He said that by doing so, Malaysia could capture the imagination of travellers from across the globe.
“Environmental stewardship is the cornerstone of this approach. As one of the world’s 12 megadiverse nations, Malaysia is home to more than 15,000 plant species and 175,000 fauna species.
“Protecting these rainforests, mangroves and coral reefs is not just a national duty but a global responsibility. When these ecosystems flourish and thrive, they will in turn become natural magnets for tourists,” he said when launching the World Tourism Day (WTD) 2025: Tourism and Sustainable Transformation and the 7th World Tourism Conference (WTC) here today.
The text of his speech was read out by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. – Bernama
