MOTAC announced that Zulkifly Md. Said has been appointed as the new Director-General of the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (Tourism Malaysia) effective November 11.

MOTAC in a statement said Zulkifly began his career with Tourism Malaysia on July 1, 1988, and since March 20, 2019, he held the position of senior director (Management) and at the same time carried out the duties of Tourism Malaysia deputy director-general.

Zulkifly holds a degree in business administration from Le Mars Iowa University in the United States and was the General Manager at the Islamic Tourism Center for 5 years since 2013.

In 1992 he became  Director of Tourism Malaysia in Hong Kong and in 2004 he was appointed Overseas Director, followed by Bangkok, Thailand (2000) and Istanbul (2004).

For his commitment, unwavering support, and excellent contributions to developing and supporting the national tourism industry Zulkifly is the recipient of many Excellence Service Awards.

He has also been invited to participate as a main speaker and panelist at various international tourism seminars and conferences.