Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482) & Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board Act 1992 [As At 20th June 2013]

Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482) And Regulations 

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Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board Act 1992 (Act 481) 

[As At 20th JUNE 2013] 

Detailed Contents of Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482) & Malaysia Tourism  Promotion Board Act 1992 : 

Two significant pieces of legislation that govern and advance Malaysia's tourism industry are the Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482) and the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board Act 1992. Below is a thorough summary of both Acts :

1. Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482) :

A piece of legislation that governs Malaysia's tourism sector is the Tourism Industry Act 1992. The Act strives to ensure that the tourism industry is run sustainably and responsibly as well as to support its growth. The following are some of the Act's main clauses:

• Licensing requirements: Obtaining a licence from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture is a requirement under the Act for some tourism-related firms, including travel agencies, tour companies, and tourist guides. The licencing regulations are intended to make sure that these companies adhere to a set of criteria and offer tourists high-quality services.
• Promotion of tourism: The Malaysia Tourist Promotion Board (MTPB) is created by the Act to promote travel to Malaysia. The MTPB is in charge of promoting Malaysia as a travel destination, performing research on travel industry trends, and creating travel-related goods and services.
• Tourist protection: The Act also contains safeguards to safeguard the interests of visitors. For instance, it mandates that tour operators advise travellers about their rights and responsibilities and grants tourists the ability to lodge complaints against tour operators that fall short of their promises.
• Offences and penalties: The Act defines a number of offences and the associated punishments for breaking its rules. They include conducting unlicensed tourism-related business, exaggerating the value of the services rendered, and disregarding consumer protection laws.

2. Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board Act 1992:

The Malaysia Tourist Promotion Board (MTPB) was established by the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board Act (1992), which is in charge of promoting travel to Malaysia. The following are some of the Act's main clauses:

• Objectives of the MTPB: The Act outlines the MTPB's goals, which include promoting Malaysia as a travel destination, fostering the growth of the tourism sector, and aiding in the marketing initiatives of the private sector.
• Functions of the MTPB: The Act defines the MTPB's responsibilities, which include creating tourism-related goods and services, researching consumer trends and consumer behaviour, and promoting Malaysia as a travel destination.
• Funding of the MTPB: The MTPB is funded by a fee on enterprises that are involved in tourism, according to the Act. Based on the company's gross revenue, the levy is determined.
• Board of Directors: The Act creates a Board of Directors for the MTPB, which is in charge of regulating how the Board functions.

Finally, it should be noted that the Tourism Industry Act of 1992 and the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board Act of 1992 are two significant pieces of legislation that are crucial to the regulation and promotion of the Malaysian tourism industry. These Acts contribute to making sure that the tourism sector is run sustainably and responsibly, that tourists are safe, and that they enjoy their time in Malaysia.

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