Malaysian Economy: Tourism Industry Chapter 6

Questions and Answers

What is the expected increase in ASEAN tourists to Malaysia in 2014 compared to the previous year?

1 million

19 million

20 million (correct)

10 million

Which of the following countries is NOT mentioned as a potential market for Malaysian tourism?

United States (correct)

China

India

Middle East

What is the main purpose of visit for a traveller who is attending a business conference?

Visiting friends and relatives

Holiday, leisure and recreation

Education and training

Business and professional (correct)

Which type of tourism involves the activities of a non-resident visitor within the country of reference?

Inbound tourism Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe a traveller who spends less than 24 hours in a destination?

Excursionist Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe a traveller who takes a trip to a main destination outside their usual environment?

Visitor Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tourism involves the activities of a resident visitor within the country of reference?

Domestic tourism Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of a traveller who stays overnight in a destination?

Tourist Signup and view all the answers

What was the percentage growth of tourist arrivals in Malaysia from 1981 to 1982?

9.5% Signup and view all the answers

What was the total number of tourist arrivals in Malaysia in 1980?

0.800 million Signup and view all the answers

In which year did the total receipts in Malaysia experience a 60.5% growth?

1990 Signup and view all the answers

What was the total number of tourist arrivals in Malaysia in 1994?

7.197 million Signup and view all the answers

What was the notable event that occurred in 1987?

Gulf War Signup and view all the answers

What was the contribution of tourism to Malaysia's GDP in 2022?

14.0% Signup and view all the answers

In which year did the total receipts in Malaysia experience a 4.8% decrease?

1991 Signup and view all the answers

What was the growth rate of GVATI between 2021-2022?

26.7% Signup and view all the answers

What was the total number of tourist arrivals in Malaysia in 1989?

4.846 million Signup and view all the answers

What is the ranking of the tourism industry as a generator of foreign exchange in Malaysia?

Second Signup and view all the answers

What was the percentage growth of total receipts in Malaysia from 1988 to 1989?

39.3% Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main thrusts of the government's tourism policy?

To generate foreign exchange Signup and view all the answers

What is the value of tourism's contribution to Malaysia's GDP in 2022?

RM251.5 billion Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of promoting rural enterprises in the tourism sector?

To encourage equitable economic and social development Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of tourism to the economy?

Helps strengthen the service account of the balance of payments Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the increasing significance of tourism in Malaysia?

Rising awareness of the importance of leisure and rising standard of living Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential of Malaysia as a healthcare centre?

Catering to people from China, India, Indonesia, and West Asia Signup and view all the answers

Why is Malaysia an attractive destination for international students?

Because of its political stability, peace, and low exchange rate Signup and view all the answers

What is Malaysia's advantage in attracting international students?

Being a moderate Muslim country with relatively cheaper tuition fees Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of promoting Malaysia as a centre of education excellence?

To attract international students and provide them with affordable tour packages Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Malaysia's racial harmony?

It proves that the people of Malaysia are ready to accept students from any religious and cultural backgrounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Ministry of Education in promoting Malaysia as a centre of education excellence?

It collaborates with higher learning institutions and foreign universities in joint promotional campaigns Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Malaysia's political stability, peace, and technological progress?

It makes Malaysia a conducive environment for learning Signup and view all the answers

What is the objective of Malaysia's tourism industry?

To attract tourists to participate in rehabilitation activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the sport festival that Malaysia has won the bid to host from 2014-2016?

FISE World Series Signup and view all the answers

How does the tourism industry contribute to the country's income?

Through both direct and indirect taxes Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of an increase in tourist arrivals on the economy?

A boost in Forex earnings Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of the tourism industry on employment opportunities?

Employment opportunities have grown in tandem with the industry Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of the tourism industry on other service sectors?

A positive impact on other service sectors Signup and view all the answers

What type of businesses are created as a result of the tourism industry?

Tourism-related businesses such as hotels, food and beverages, car rental, and more Signup and view all the answers

What is the trend of total employment in the tourism industry?

Increasing every year Signup and view all the answers

What are the categories of the FISE World Series?

Skateboard, BMX, wakeboard, inline skate, and mountain bike Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tourism Industry in Malaysia

Tourism is one of the largest industries in Malaysia, generating RM251.5 billion to GDP in 2022, with a growth rate of 26.7% between 2021-2022.
The industry contributes 14.0% to GDP and is a key foreign exchange earner, ranking second after oil and gas production.

Design and Orientation of Tourism Policy

The government's main thrusts in the tourism sector are to:
- Generate foreign exchange
- Encourage equitable economic and social development
- Promote rural enterprises
- Generate employment
- Accelerate rural-urban integration and cultural exchange
- Encourage participation by all ethnic communities
- Create a favourable image of Malaysia internationally

Growth of Tourism Industry

Tourist arrivals and total receipts in Malaysia from 1980 to 2013:
- 1980: 0.8 million tourists, RM690 million in receipts
- 1981: 2.533 million tourists, RM1,001 million in receipts
- 1985: 3.109 million tourists, RM1,669 million in receipts
- 1990: 7.445 million tourists, RM4,500 million in receipts
- 2014: expected 20 million ASEAN tourists
India and China offer strong potential for Malaysian tourism

Types of Tourism in Malaysia

Concepts and definitions in tourism:
- A visitor refers to a traveller taking a trip to a main destination outside his/her usual environment
- Types of tourism: inbound, domestic, outbound, and excursionist
Types of tourism:
- Medical tourism: Malaysia has the potential to become a healthcare centre for people from China, India, Indonesia, and West Asia
- Education tourism: Malaysia is an alternative choice for education, with relatively cheaper tuition fees and a conducive environment for learning

Impact of Tourism Industry on the Economy

Foreign Exchange Earnings:
- The tourism industry generates income via foreign exchange earnings
- A rise in tourist arrivals will boost Forex earnings
Employment and Creation of Jobs:
- Employment opportunities have grown in tandem with the industry
- The tourism industry has led to significant employment creation through tourism-related businesses

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This quiz covers the tourism industry in Malaysia, including its growth, target markets, types of tourism, and impact on the economy.