15/03/2018
Digital Tourism Forum 2018 was broadcasted at Xiamen TV!
How the Digital Era Impact and Improve the Tourism Industry
-As reported by Xiamen TV-
In recent years, with the boom of China tourists in the region, many ASEAN countries are capitalizing on digital technology to grab the business opportunity, and to improve the tourists experience in the region.
The Thailand Tourism Authority mentioned that they are working on mobile apps such as tourism apps and even mobile wallet services to improve tourist experience.
“We are providing application services to tourist around the world, which are also equipped with the Chinese language, so the Chinese tourist can come here alone without any hassle” Mdm. Nipa Nirannoot, Chargé d’ Affaires of the Royal Thai Embassy
While promoting Sarawak tourism, YB Datuk Haji Abdul Karim, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture, Youth and Sports Sarawak also expressed to collaborate with China in other industries in the State of Sarawak, to reach mutual benefits.
YBhg. Dato’ John Hii, VICE Organizing Chairperson of Digital Tourism Forum also hopes that China businesses and experts can work together with the locals for the exciting development of Sarawak.
“It is with great pleasure and honor that we have invited the Ministry from Sarawak to visit Xiamen, China to explore business opportunities and also promote Sarawak” Mr. Zheng Pei Zhi, General President of the Malaysia – Xiamen Business Chamber.