Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim commends Johor’s heritage upgrades, aligning with Visit Johor 2026 and boosting tourism with a target of 12 million visitors.
JOHOR BAHRU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has praised the Johor government for its continuous efforts to upgrade heritage assets and strengthen the state’s tourism attractions.
He said these endeavours align with the aspirations of the Visit Johor 2026 campaign.
“These efforts also support the national agenda in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign in spurring the local economy, in addition to preserving the nation’s identity and history,” he posted on Facebook.
Johor is targeting the arrival of 12 million tourists this year, with revenue expected to exceed RM42 billion for the state.
Earlier, Anwar and his wife, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, visited the Royal Abu Bakar Museum, housed at the Grand Palace of Johor.
The museum is described as a royal treasure trove showcasing the high-value historical and cultural heritage of the Sultanate of Johor.
Anwar arrived in Johor Bahru on Sunday on board the Electric Train Service 3 from the federal capital with his family.
He also had the opportunity to visit the Johor Zoo during his trip.
