KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia will allow visa-free entry to citizens from China, India and several Middle Eastern countries starting next month in a bid to increase arrivals and boost the economy.
Arrangement starts in December, also applies to Gulf state travelers

Tourists pose for photos in Kuala Lumpur in October. Like its Southeast Asian neighbors, Malaysia is desperate to bring back Chinese travelers now that COVID-related restrictions have been abandoned. (Photo by Hiroki Endo)
KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia will allow visa-free entry to citizens from China, India and several Middle Eastern countries starting next month in a bid to increase arrivals and boost the economy.