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3 rd Meeting of the COMCEC Tourism Working Group Ankara, Turkey | 4 March 2014 Tourism Success Stories of Malaysia
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3rd Meeting of the COMCEC Tourism Working Group
Ankara Turkey | 4 March 2014
Tourism Success Stories of Malaysia
MAJOR FOREIGN EARNINGS 2011 amp 2012
Total nominal Gross Domestic Product (excluding tourism) = RM2867 billion (2012) amp RM 2694 billion (2011)
Total Receipts as a ratio to GDP = 65 (2012) amp 7 66 (2011)
Source Bank Negara Malaysia Annual Report 2011 amp 2012
MAJOR FOREIGN EARNINGS 2011 amp 2012 2011 (RM) 2012 (RM)
Manufactured Goods 1599 billion 1590 billion
Tourist Receipts 178 billion 185 billion
LNG 152 billion 169 billion
Palm Oil 184 billion 162 billion
Crude Oil 97 billion 97 billion
Rubber 406 billion 24 billion
MALAYSIA Tourism Industry Performance 2012 2013
INTERNATIONAL TOURIST ARRIVALS BY COUNTRY OF DESTINATION
Source UNWTO
Rank COUNTRY
TOURIST ARRIVALS (MILLION) CHANGE
lsquo12 lsquo11 2011 2012 1110 1211
1 1 France 816 830 50 18
2 2 United States 627 630 49 49
3 3 China 576 577 34 03
4 4 Spain 562 577 66 27
5 5 Italy 461 464 57 05
6 6 Turkey 347 357 105 30
7 8 Germany 284 304 55 73
8 7 United Kingdom 293 293 36 -01
9 12 Russian Federation 227 257 119 134
10 9 Malaysia 247 250 06 13
MALAYSIArsquoS ACHIEVEMENTS
MALAYSIA as the TOP Muslim-friendly holiday destination- survey carried out by Crescent rating a Singapore-based Muslim Travel Consultancy in 2013
MALAYSIA is the 12th Most Competitive Economy in The World for Doing Business according to the 2013 Edition of The World Banks Doing Business Report
BUSINESS TOURISM - (ICCA) - Malaysia Retains Its Position as the Top 10 Meetings Destination in Asia Pacific Kuala Lumpur Top 5
KUALA LUMPUR 4th Best Shopping City in The World by CNN Travel Survey 2012 2nd Best Shopping Destination in Asia Pacific by Globe Shopper Index 2012
MALAYSIA ndash 10th in Hospitality by Forbes Worlds Friendliest Countries 2012
MALAYSIA HOMESTAY EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME won the UNWTO Ulysses Award Innovation in Public Policy and Governance 2012
MM2H - 4th Worlds Top Ten Retirement Havens by The International Living Magazine 2012
Recent Awards
LONELY PLANET Worldrsquos Top 10 Destinations to visit in 2014
No 1 culinary hotspot Penang
CNN 4th Best Shopping Cities in the world 2013
among the largest malls in the world 1 Utama Shopping Centre (5th) Mid Valley Megamall (8th) Sunway Pyramid (10th)
128M 133M 106M
157M 164M
175M 806B 85B
706B
986B 1063B
1206B
911
BOMBING
BALI BOMBING
SARSIRAQ
WAR TSUNAMI
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
209M
1533B
2205M
165B
236M
178B
246M
1883 B
247M
1943 B RECEIPTS
(USD BILLION)
EARTHQUAKE
IN
JAPANFLOOD
IN THAILAND
202 B
2503M
PANDEMIC
H1N1
GLOBAL
ECONOMIC
CRISIS
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS amp RECEIPTS 2001-2012
9
Affordable Luxury (ie shopping)
bull Duty-free for
wider range of
goods
bull BB-KLCC as
premier shopping
district
bull 3 new premium
outlets
1
2
3
Nature Adventure
bull Establish Malaysia as the pre-eminent global biodiversity hub
bull Rainforest amp Marine Discovery Centres (together with parks amp gardens)
bull New and enhanced live biodiversity sites
10
Family Fun
bull Develop an
Econature
Integrated Resort
bull Straits Riviera
Cruise
playground for
high-end cruise +
urban
redevelopment of
port landing
areas
4
5
Business
Tourism
bull Establish
Malaysia as a
leading MICE
destination
9
(3x growth)
Events Spa amp Sports
bull Bid for more
international
events
bull Establish
dedicated
entertainment
zones
bull Target Spa amp
Sports (golf
angling) tourism
6
7
8
Enablers (Marketing Visa Funding Human Capital Tourism Environment)
Connectivity (greater focus on medium connectivity to support growth)
Hotels (ensure adequate supply with better mix better rates)
11
12
N K E A ndash T o u r i s m
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
MAJOR FOREIGN EARNINGS 2011 amp 2012
Total nominal Gross Domestic Product (excluding tourism) = RM2867 billion (2012) amp RM 2694 billion (2011)
Total Receipts as a ratio to GDP = 65 (2012) amp 7 66 (2011)
Source Bank Negara Malaysia Annual Report 2011 amp 2012
MAJOR FOREIGN EARNINGS 2011 amp 2012 2011 (RM) 2012 (RM)
Manufactured Goods 1599 billion 1590 billion
Tourist Receipts 178 billion 185 billion
LNG 152 billion 169 billion
Palm Oil 184 billion 162 billion
Crude Oil 97 billion 97 billion
Rubber 406 billion 24 billion
MALAYSIA Tourism Industry Performance 2012 2013
INTERNATIONAL TOURIST ARRIVALS BY COUNTRY OF DESTINATION
Source UNWTO
Rank COUNTRY
TOURIST ARRIVALS (MILLION) CHANGE
lsquo12 lsquo11 2011 2012 1110 1211
1 1 France 816 830 50 18
2 2 United States 627 630 49 49
3 3 China 576 577 34 03
4 4 Spain 562 577 66 27
5 5 Italy 461 464 57 05
6 6 Turkey 347 357 105 30
7 8 Germany 284 304 55 73
8 7 United Kingdom 293 293 36 -01
9 12 Russian Federation 227 257 119 134
10 9 Malaysia 247 250 06 13
MALAYSIArsquoS ACHIEVEMENTS
MALAYSIA as the TOP Muslim-friendly holiday destination- survey carried out by Crescent rating a Singapore-based Muslim Travel Consultancy in 2013
MALAYSIA is the 12th Most Competitive Economy in The World for Doing Business according to the 2013 Edition of The World Banks Doing Business Report
BUSINESS TOURISM - (ICCA) - Malaysia Retains Its Position as the Top 10 Meetings Destination in Asia Pacific Kuala Lumpur Top 5
KUALA LUMPUR 4th Best Shopping City in The World by CNN Travel Survey 2012 2nd Best Shopping Destination in Asia Pacific by Globe Shopper Index 2012
MALAYSIA ndash 10th in Hospitality by Forbes Worlds Friendliest Countries 2012
MALAYSIA HOMESTAY EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME won the UNWTO Ulysses Award Innovation in Public Policy and Governance 2012
MM2H - 4th Worlds Top Ten Retirement Havens by The International Living Magazine 2012
Recent Awards
LONELY PLANET Worldrsquos Top 10 Destinations to visit in 2014
No 1 culinary hotspot Penang
CNN 4th Best Shopping Cities in the world 2013
among the largest malls in the world 1 Utama Shopping Centre (5th) Mid Valley Megamall (8th) Sunway Pyramid (10th)
128M 133M 106M
157M 164M
175M 806B 85B
706B
986B 1063B
1206B
911
BOMBING
BALI BOMBING
SARSIRAQ
WAR TSUNAMI
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
209M
1533B
2205M
165B
236M
178B
246M
1883 B
247M
1943 B RECEIPTS
(USD BILLION)
EARTHQUAKE
IN
JAPANFLOOD
IN THAILAND
202 B
2503M
PANDEMIC
H1N1
GLOBAL
ECONOMIC
CRISIS
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS amp RECEIPTS 2001-2012
9
Affordable Luxury (ie shopping)
bull Duty-free for
wider range of
goods
bull BB-KLCC as
premier shopping
district
bull 3 new premium
outlets
1
2
3
Nature Adventure
bull Establish Malaysia as the pre-eminent global biodiversity hub
bull Rainforest amp Marine Discovery Centres (together with parks amp gardens)
bull New and enhanced live biodiversity sites
10
Family Fun
bull Develop an
Econature
Integrated Resort
bull Straits Riviera
Cruise
playground for
high-end cruise +
urban
redevelopment of
port landing
areas
4
5
Business
Tourism
bull Establish
Malaysia as a
leading MICE
destination
9
(3x growth)
Events Spa amp Sports
bull Bid for more
international
events
bull Establish
dedicated
entertainment
zones
bull Target Spa amp
Sports (golf
angling) tourism
6
7
8
Enablers (Marketing Visa Funding Human Capital Tourism Environment)
Connectivity (greater focus on medium connectivity to support growth)
Hotels (ensure adequate supply with better mix better rates)
11
12
N K E A ndash T o u r i s m
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
MALAYSIA Tourism Industry Performance 2012 2013
INTERNATIONAL TOURIST ARRIVALS BY COUNTRY OF DESTINATION
Source UNWTO
Rank COUNTRY
TOURIST ARRIVALS (MILLION) CHANGE
lsquo12 lsquo11 2011 2012 1110 1211
1 1 France 816 830 50 18
2 2 United States 627 630 49 49
3 3 China 576 577 34 03
4 4 Spain 562 577 66 27
5 5 Italy 461 464 57 05
6 6 Turkey 347 357 105 30
7 8 Germany 284 304 55 73
8 7 United Kingdom 293 293 36 -01
9 12 Russian Federation 227 257 119 134
10 9 Malaysia 247 250 06 13
MALAYSIArsquoS ACHIEVEMENTS
MALAYSIA as the TOP Muslim-friendly holiday destination- survey carried out by Crescent rating a Singapore-based Muslim Travel Consultancy in 2013
MALAYSIA is the 12th Most Competitive Economy in The World for Doing Business according to the 2013 Edition of The World Banks Doing Business Report
BUSINESS TOURISM - (ICCA) - Malaysia Retains Its Position as the Top 10 Meetings Destination in Asia Pacific Kuala Lumpur Top 5
KUALA LUMPUR 4th Best Shopping City in The World by CNN Travel Survey 2012 2nd Best Shopping Destination in Asia Pacific by Globe Shopper Index 2012
MALAYSIA ndash 10th in Hospitality by Forbes Worlds Friendliest Countries 2012
MALAYSIA HOMESTAY EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME won the UNWTO Ulysses Award Innovation in Public Policy and Governance 2012
MM2H - 4th Worlds Top Ten Retirement Havens by The International Living Magazine 2012
Recent Awards
LONELY PLANET Worldrsquos Top 10 Destinations to visit in 2014
No 1 culinary hotspot Penang
CNN 4th Best Shopping Cities in the world 2013
among the largest malls in the world 1 Utama Shopping Centre (5th) Mid Valley Megamall (8th) Sunway Pyramid (10th)
128M 133M 106M
157M 164M
175M 806B 85B
706B
986B 1063B
1206B
911
BOMBING
BALI BOMBING
SARSIRAQ
WAR TSUNAMI
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
209M
1533B
2205M
165B
236M
178B
246M
1883 B
247M
1943 B RECEIPTS
(USD BILLION)
EARTHQUAKE
IN
JAPANFLOOD
IN THAILAND
202 B
2503M
PANDEMIC
H1N1
GLOBAL
ECONOMIC
CRISIS
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS amp RECEIPTS 2001-2012
9
Affordable Luxury (ie shopping)
bull Duty-free for
wider range of
goods
bull BB-KLCC as
premier shopping
district
bull 3 new premium
outlets
1
2
3
Nature Adventure
bull Establish Malaysia as the pre-eminent global biodiversity hub
bull Rainforest amp Marine Discovery Centres (together with parks amp gardens)
bull New and enhanced live biodiversity sites
10
Family Fun
bull Develop an
Econature
Integrated Resort
bull Straits Riviera
Cruise
playground for
high-end cruise +
urban
redevelopment of
port landing
areas
4
5
Business
Tourism
bull Establish
Malaysia as a
leading MICE
destination
9
(3x growth)
Events Spa amp Sports
bull Bid for more
international
events
bull Establish
dedicated
entertainment
zones
bull Target Spa amp
Sports (golf
angling) tourism
6
7
8
Enablers (Marketing Visa Funding Human Capital Tourism Environment)
Connectivity (greater focus on medium connectivity to support growth)
Hotels (ensure adequate supply with better mix better rates)
11
12
N K E A ndash T o u r i s m
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
INTERNATIONAL TOURIST ARRIVALS BY COUNTRY OF DESTINATION
Source UNWTO
Rank COUNTRY
TOURIST ARRIVALS (MILLION) CHANGE
lsquo12 lsquo11 2011 2012 1110 1211
1 1 France 816 830 50 18
2 2 United States 627 630 49 49
3 3 China 576 577 34 03
4 4 Spain 562 577 66 27
5 5 Italy 461 464 57 05
6 6 Turkey 347 357 105 30
7 8 Germany 284 304 55 73
8 7 United Kingdom 293 293 36 -01
9 12 Russian Federation 227 257 119 134
10 9 Malaysia 247 250 06 13
MALAYSIArsquoS ACHIEVEMENTS
MALAYSIA as the TOP Muslim-friendly holiday destination- survey carried out by Crescent rating a Singapore-based Muslim Travel Consultancy in 2013
MALAYSIA is the 12th Most Competitive Economy in The World for Doing Business according to the 2013 Edition of The World Banks Doing Business Report
BUSINESS TOURISM - (ICCA) - Malaysia Retains Its Position as the Top 10 Meetings Destination in Asia Pacific Kuala Lumpur Top 5
KUALA LUMPUR 4th Best Shopping City in The World by CNN Travel Survey 2012 2nd Best Shopping Destination in Asia Pacific by Globe Shopper Index 2012
MALAYSIA ndash 10th in Hospitality by Forbes Worlds Friendliest Countries 2012
MALAYSIA HOMESTAY EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME won the UNWTO Ulysses Award Innovation in Public Policy and Governance 2012
MM2H - 4th Worlds Top Ten Retirement Havens by The International Living Magazine 2012
Recent Awards
LONELY PLANET Worldrsquos Top 10 Destinations to visit in 2014
No 1 culinary hotspot Penang
CNN 4th Best Shopping Cities in the world 2013
among the largest malls in the world 1 Utama Shopping Centre (5th) Mid Valley Megamall (8th) Sunway Pyramid (10th)
128M 133M 106M
157M 164M
175M 806B 85B
706B
986B 1063B
1206B
911
BOMBING
BALI BOMBING
SARSIRAQ
WAR TSUNAMI
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
209M
1533B
2205M
165B
236M
178B
246M
1883 B
247M
1943 B RECEIPTS
(USD BILLION)
EARTHQUAKE
IN
JAPANFLOOD
IN THAILAND
202 B
2503M
PANDEMIC
H1N1
GLOBAL
ECONOMIC
CRISIS
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS amp RECEIPTS 2001-2012
9
Affordable Luxury (ie shopping)
bull Duty-free for
wider range of
goods
bull BB-KLCC as
premier shopping
district
bull 3 new premium
outlets
1
2
3
Nature Adventure
bull Establish Malaysia as the pre-eminent global biodiversity hub
bull Rainforest amp Marine Discovery Centres (together with parks amp gardens)
bull New and enhanced live biodiversity sites
10
Family Fun
bull Develop an
Econature
Integrated Resort
bull Straits Riviera
Cruise
playground for
high-end cruise +
urban
redevelopment of
port landing
areas
4
5
Business
Tourism
bull Establish
Malaysia as a
leading MICE
destination
9
(3x growth)
Events Spa amp Sports
bull Bid for more
international
events
bull Establish
dedicated
entertainment
zones
bull Target Spa amp
Sports (golf
angling) tourism
6
7
8
Enablers (Marketing Visa Funding Human Capital Tourism Environment)
Connectivity (greater focus on medium connectivity to support growth)
Hotels (ensure adequate supply with better mix better rates)
11
12
N K E A ndash T o u r i s m
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
MALAYSIArsquoS ACHIEVEMENTS
MALAYSIA as the TOP Muslim-friendly holiday destination- survey carried out by Crescent rating a Singapore-based Muslim Travel Consultancy in 2013
MALAYSIA is the 12th Most Competitive Economy in The World for Doing Business according to the 2013 Edition of The World Banks Doing Business Report
BUSINESS TOURISM - (ICCA) - Malaysia Retains Its Position as the Top 10 Meetings Destination in Asia Pacific Kuala Lumpur Top 5
KUALA LUMPUR 4th Best Shopping City in The World by CNN Travel Survey 2012 2nd Best Shopping Destination in Asia Pacific by Globe Shopper Index 2012
MALAYSIA ndash 10th in Hospitality by Forbes Worlds Friendliest Countries 2012
MALAYSIA HOMESTAY EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME won the UNWTO Ulysses Award Innovation in Public Policy and Governance 2012
MM2H - 4th Worlds Top Ten Retirement Havens by The International Living Magazine 2012
Recent Awards
LONELY PLANET Worldrsquos Top 10 Destinations to visit in 2014
No 1 culinary hotspot Penang
CNN 4th Best Shopping Cities in the world 2013
among the largest malls in the world 1 Utama Shopping Centre (5th) Mid Valley Megamall (8th) Sunway Pyramid (10th)
128M 133M 106M
157M 164M
175M 806B 85B
706B
986B 1063B
1206B
911
BOMBING
BALI BOMBING
SARSIRAQ
WAR TSUNAMI
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
209M
1533B
2205M
165B
236M
178B
246M
1883 B
247M
1943 B RECEIPTS
(USD BILLION)
EARTHQUAKE
IN
JAPANFLOOD
IN THAILAND
202 B
2503M
PANDEMIC
H1N1
GLOBAL
ECONOMIC
CRISIS
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS amp RECEIPTS 2001-2012
9
Affordable Luxury (ie shopping)
bull Duty-free for
wider range of
goods
bull BB-KLCC as
premier shopping
district
bull 3 new premium
outlets
1
2
3
Nature Adventure
bull Establish Malaysia as the pre-eminent global biodiversity hub
bull Rainforest amp Marine Discovery Centres (together with parks amp gardens)
bull New and enhanced live biodiversity sites
10
Family Fun
bull Develop an
Econature
Integrated Resort
bull Straits Riviera
Cruise
playground for
high-end cruise +
urban
redevelopment of
port landing
areas
4
5
Business
Tourism
bull Establish
Malaysia as a
leading MICE
destination
9
(3x growth)
Events Spa amp Sports
bull Bid for more
international
events
bull Establish
dedicated
entertainment
zones
bull Target Spa amp
Sports (golf
angling) tourism
6
7
8
Enablers (Marketing Visa Funding Human Capital Tourism Environment)
Connectivity (greater focus on medium connectivity to support growth)
Hotels (ensure adequate supply with better mix better rates)
11
12
N K E A ndash T o u r i s m
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
MALAYSIA as the TOP Muslim-friendly holiday destination- survey carried out by Crescent rating a Singapore-based Muslim Travel Consultancy in 2013
MALAYSIA is the 12th Most Competitive Economy in The World for Doing Business according to the 2013 Edition of The World Banks Doing Business Report
BUSINESS TOURISM - (ICCA) - Malaysia Retains Its Position as the Top 10 Meetings Destination in Asia Pacific Kuala Lumpur Top 5
KUALA LUMPUR 4th Best Shopping City in The World by CNN Travel Survey 2012 2nd Best Shopping Destination in Asia Pacific by Globe Shopper Index 2012
MALAYSIA ndash 10th in Hospitality by Forbes Worlds Friendliest Countries 2012
MALAYSIA HOMESTAY EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME won the UNWTO Ulysses Award Innovation in Public Policy and Governance 2012
MM2H - 4th Worlds Top Ten Retirement Havens by The International Living Magazine 2012
Recent Awards
LONELY PLANET Worldrsquos Top 10 Destinations to visit in 2014
No 1 culinary hotspot Penang
CNN 4th Best Shopping Cities in the world 2013
among the largest malls in the world 1 Utama Shopping Centre (5th) Mid Valley Megamall (8th) Sunway Pyramid (10th)
128M 133M 106M
157M 164M
175M 806B 85B
706B
986B 1063B
1206B
911
BOMBING
BALI BOMBING
SARSIRAQ
WAR TSUNAMI
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
209M
1533B
2205M
165B
236M
178B
246M
1883 B
247M
1943 B RECEIPTS
(USD BILLION)
EARTHQUAKE
IN
JAPANFLOOD
IN THAILAND
202 B
2503M
PANDEMIC
H1N1
GLOBAL
ECONOMIC
CRISIS
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS amp RECEIPTS 2001-2012
9
Affordable Luxury (ie shopping)
bull Duty-free for
wider range of
goods
bull BB-KLCC as
premier shopping
district
bull 3 new premium
outlets
1
2
3
Nature Adventure
bull Establish Malaysia as the pre-eminent global biodiversity hub
bull Rainforest amp Marine Discovery Centres (together with parks amp gardens)
bull New and enhanced live biodiversity sites
10
Family Fun
bull Develop an
Econature
Integrated Resort
bull Straits Riviera
Cruise
playground for
high-end cruise +
urban
redevelopment of
port landing
areas
4
5
Business
Tourism
bull Establish
Malaysia as a
leading MICE
destination
9
(3x growth)
Events Spa amp Sports
bull Bid for more
international
events
bull Establish
dedicated
entertainment
zones
bull Target Spa amp
Sports (golf
angling) tourism
6
7
8
Enablers (Marketing Visa Funding Human Capital Tourism Environment)
Connectivity (greater focus on medium connectivity to support growth)
Hotels (ensure adequate supply with better mix better rates)
11
12
N K E A ndash T o u r i s m
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
Recent Awards
LONELY PLANET Worldrsquos Top 10 Destinations to visit in 2014
No 1 culinary hotspot Penang
CNN 4th Best Shopping Cities in the world 2013
among the largest malls in the world 1 Utama Shopping Centre (5th) Mid Valley Megamall (8th) Sunway Pyramid (10th)
128M 133M 106M
157M 164M
175M 806B 85B
706B
986B 1063B
1206B
911
BOMBING
BALI BOMBING
SARSIRAQ
WAR TSUNAMI
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
209M
1533B
2205M
165B
236M
178B
246M
1883 B
247M
1943 B RECEIPTS
(USD BILLION)
EARTHQUAKE
IN
JAPANFLOOD
IN THAILAND
202 B
2503M
PANDEMIC
H1N1
GLOBAL
ECONOMIC
CRISIS
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS amp RECEIPTS 2001-2012
9
Affordable Luxury (ie shopping)
bull Duty-free for
wider range of
goods
bull BB-KLCC as
premier shopping
district
bull 3 new premium
outlets
1
2
3
Nature Adventure
bull Establish Malaysia as the pre-eminent global biodiversity hub
bull Rainforest amp Marine Discovery Centres (together with parks amp gardens)
bull New and enhanced live biodiversity sites
10
Family Fun
bull Develop an
Econature
Integrated Resort
bull Straits Riviera
Cruise
playground for
high-end cruise +
urban
redevelopment of
port landing
areas
4
5
Business
Tourism
bull Establish
Malaysia as a
leading MICE
destination
9
(3x growth)
Events Spa amp Sports
bull Bid for more
international
events
bull Establish
dedicated
entertainment
zones
bull Target Spa amp
Sports (golf
angling) tourism
6
7
8
Enablers (Marketing Visa Funding Human Capital Tourism Environment)
Connectivity (greater focus on medium connectivity to support growth)
Hotels (ensure adequate supply with better mix better rates)
11
12
N K E A ndash T o u r i s m
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
128M 133M 106M
157M 164M
175M 806B 85B
706B
986B 1063B
1206B
911
BOMBING
BALI BOMBING
SARSIRAQ
WAR TSUNAMI
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
209M
1533B
2205M
165B
236M
178B
246M
1883 B
247M
1943 B RECEIPTS
(USD BILLION)
EARTHQUAKE
IN
JAPANFLOOD
IN THAILAND
202 B
2503M
PANDEMIC
H1N1
GLOBAL
ECONOMIC
CRISIS
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS amp RECEIPTS 2001-2012
9
Affordable Luxury (ie shopping)
bull Duty-free for
wider range of
goods
bull BB-KLCC as
premier shopping
district
bull 3 new premium
outlets
1
2
3
Nature Adventure
bull Establish Malaysia as the pre-eminent global biodiversity hub
bull Rainforest amp Marine Discovery Centres (together with parks amp gardens)
bull New and enhanced live biodiversity sites
10
Family Fun
bull Develop an
Econature
Integrated Resort
bull Straits Riviera
Cruise
playground for
high-end cruise +
urban
redevelopment of
port landing
areas
4
5
Business
Tourism
bull Establish
Malaysia as a
leading MICE
destination
9
(3x growth)
Events Spa amp Sports
bull Bid for more
international
events
bull Establish
dedicated
entertainment
zones
bull Target Spa amp
Sports (golf
angling) tourism
6
7
8
Enablers (Marketing Visa Funding Human Capital Tourism Environment)
Connectivity (greater focus on medium connectivity to support growth)
Hotels (ensure adequate supply with better mix better rates)
11
12
N K E A ndash T o u r i s m
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
Affordable Luxury (ie shopping)
bull Duty-free for
wider range of
goods
bull BB-KLCC as
premier shopping
district
bull 3 new premium
outlets
1
2
3
Nature Adventure
bull Establish Malaysia as the pre-eminent global biodiversity hub
bull Rainforest amp Marine Discovery Centres (together with parks amp gardens)
bull New and enhanced live biodiversity sites
10
Family Fun
bull Develop an
Econature
Integrated Resort
bull Straits Riviera
Cruise
playground for
high-end cruise +
urban
redevelopment of
port landing
areas
4
5
Business
Tourism
bull Establish
Malaysia as a
leading MICE
destination
9
(3x growth)
Events Spa amp Sports
bull Bid for more
international
events
bull Establish
dedicated
entertainment
zones
bull Target Spa amp
Sports (golf
angling) tourism
6
7
8
Enablers (Marketing Visa Funding Human Capital Tourism Environment)
Connectivity (greater focus on medium connectivity to support growth)
Hotels (ensure adequate supply with better mix better rates)
11
12
N K E A ndash T o u r i s m
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
Tourists million
Malaysia Tourism Transformation Plan (MTTP202036168)
year
billion Receipts
Attract More Tourists to Stay Longer Spend More and Repeat Visits
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
TOURISM INVESTMENTS GLOBAL TRENDS IN TOURISM INVESTEMENTS
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
13
13
TOURISM INVESTMENTS
Based on the RECENT GLOBAL TRENDS Malaysia adopts targeted approach in attracting investments ndash balancing both
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Domestic Direct Investment (DDI)
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
OPENING THE GATES
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
Organising investment promotion missions
Conducting specific project missions (SPMs)
Round table meetings with captains of industries
Participating in industry exhibitions overseas
Organising the Industry Leadersrsquo Programme
Organising various International Conferences in Malaysia
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
ENCOURAGING INVESTMENT IN TOURISM
Domestic Specific Project Mission (DSPM)
National Conference on Services Sector (NCSS)
Provide attractive investment incentives for tourism and hospitality projects
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
2009 ndash 100 Foreign Equity bull Theme Parks bull Convention and Exhibition Centre (seating above
5000) bull Travel Agencies amp Tour Operators (inbound) bull Hotel and Restaurant (4 amp 5 Stars) bull Beverage Serving Services (4 amp 5 Stars)
AUTONOMOUS LIBERALISATION (TOURISM)
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
REGIONAL INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TOURISM
SECTOR
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
TOURISM INVESTMENTS THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
Foreign Direct Investment Domestic Investment Services
Planning for Industrial Development
Recommend policies and strategies on industrial promotion and development
RESEARCH amp PLANNING Manufacturing licenses
Tax incentives for manufacturing and services activities
Expatriate posts Duty exemption RDC IPC and RampD status
EVALUATION
Assist companies in the implementation and operation of
their projects Facilitate exchange amp co-ordination among institutions
engaged in or connected with industrial development Advisory Services
PROMOTION
FOLLOW-UP MONITORING
FUNCTIONS OF
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
ldquoONE STOP CENTRErdquo
Based In MIDA
bull Immigration Department
bull Royal Malaysian Customs
bull Telekom Malaysia Berhad
bull Labour Department
Based outside of MIDA
bullDepartment of Occupational
bullSafety and Health (DOSH)
bullMinistry of Finance
bullMinistry of Health
bullMinistry of Tourism
bullMinistry of Human Resource
bullMinistry of Higher Education
bullMultimedia Development Corp (MDeC)
bullConstruction Industry Development
bullBoard of Malaysia (CIDB)
bullDepartment of Environment (DOE)
bullTenaga Nasional Berhad
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
San Jose
Los Angeles New York Boston
Stockholm
Frankfurt Munich
Milan Paris
London
Dubai Mumbai
Guangzhou Taipei
Shanghai Seoul
Osaka Tokyo
Sydney
24 Overseas Centres
Chicago
Houston
Singapore
Bangkok
Johannesburg
WORLDWIDE NETWORK
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
Pioneer Status (PS) Income Tax Exemption
70 or 100 for 5 or 10 years
Investment Tax Allowance
(ITA) 60 or 100 on qualifying capital
expenditure for 5 or 10 years
Exemption from Import Duty on Machinery amp Equipment
Exemption from Import Duty amp Sales Tax on Machinery amp
Equipment
Incentives
TYPES OF INCENTIVES
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
Establishment of Medium and Low Cost Hotels ( 1 - 3 star )
Establishment of 4 ndash 5 star hotels
ExpansionModernization of existing hotels ( 1 - 5 star )
Establishment of Tourist Projects
ExpansionModernization of Tourist Projects
Establishment of Recreational Camps
Establishment of Convention Centres (with a hall of at least 3000 seating
capacity)
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR HOSPITALITY
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
ELIGIBLE CRITERIA 1-5 Star Hotel (new modernization expansion)
1 Registered with Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia
2 Modernizationexpansion projects
3 Equity condition a) For 1-2 star hotels ndash 100 local equity
b) For 3 star hotels ndash equity condition to follow the liberalisation roadmap as follows
c) 100 foreign equity is allowed for 4 amp 5 star hotel
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
TOURISM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Special Tourism Fund Tourism Infrastructure Fund
OBJECTVES To support the development of the tourism industry through continuous domestic and international investments
OPEN TO Malaysian (Bumiputra) 49 Foreign Equity
RANGE USD 15000 to USD 76M
USD 15M to USD 76 M
INTEREST RATES 40 - 55
TENURE 20 years
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
TOURISM INVESTMENTS MAIN CHALLENGES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
Skilled manpower
Enhance coordination between government agencies
Enhance promotion in tourism business
Competition from ASEAN Member States
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
MA
IN C
HA
LLEN
GES
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
TOURISM INVESTMENTS OVERCOMING CHALLENGES AND ISSUES
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
bull Improving common infrastructures through out Malaysia
bull Skilled manpower
bull Coordination between government agencies
bull Support and promotion in tourism business
bull Competition from ASEAN
Outlining new investments strategies ndash promoting incentives develop target industry meeting the human resources need and transforming the investment
landscape
Targeting new amp reinvestments
Making Malaysia an attractive business location
Regional collaboration to attract investments
TOU
RIS
M IN
VES
TMEN
TS
STR
ATE
GIE
S IN
OV
ERC
OM
ING
TH
E C
HA
LLEN
GES
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
GAME CHANGER
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR REFRESHED YEAR 2014 PROMISES SPECTACULAR HAPPENINGS
A Year Full Of Festivities amp Celebrations
Showcasing The Very Essence Of
Asia
50 Major amp Exciting Events
The Nationrsquos Biggest amp Grandest
Tourism Celebration Ever
Grand Open House Fiesta
Plethora Of Colours Thrills amp
Excitement
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
WE ARE THE HOST (Preparing the Nation)
NEW MEDIA
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY
EVENTS (Over 200 Events For Package Development)
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
Arrivals million
Celebrating 1Malaysia Truly Asia
year
billion Receipts
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
VMY2014 INCENTIVES
1 bull TAX DEDUCTION for companiesorganisations which have provided
financial sponsorship or monetary sharing for iconichomegrown event
2 bull MERCHANDISE for the purpose of promotions and marketing of VMY
2014 such as food collaterals and gifts
3 bull OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS such as catering transportation accommodation
and logistics from 3 stars Hotel and Resort
35
MAXIMUM OF USD 300000
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
THANK YOU
STRATEGIC INVESTMENT
ONE OF THE KEY SUCCESS FACTOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
MALAYSIArsquoS TOURISM INDUSTRY
THANK YOU
THANK YOU
