Penang shines in global, local safety rankings
Penang is regarded as the safest state in Malaysia and the 77th safest place in the world, according to the latest rankings ...
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Despite safest city tag, Chow frets over Penang’s place in drug trade
The Penang chief minister says the state's vast waters and its proximity to Thailand make the island a ‘natural’ transit ...
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No plans to raise tourist fees for hotel stays: Penang Chief Minister
He added that the repair of several tourist sites and the construction of new infrastructure for visitors in Penang are largely funded by state government revenue, rather than hotel fees.
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No immediate rise in hotel fee, says Penang CM
The Penang state government has no immediate plans to raise a tax on hotel guests levied by the city council by at least 50%, according to chief minister Chow Kon Yeow. “There is no immediate ...
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Get ready for Penang Miaohui: This grand cultural celebration returns for its 26th year with over 200,000 visitors expected
GEORGE TOWN, Jan 2 — Penang's highly anticipated Chinese New Year celebration, the Penang Miaohui, will mark its 26th anniversary this year, and is set to draw over 200,000 visitors for an exciting ...