According to the 2023 Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) report, Asia leads the way in terms of
There's nothing more pleasing than a well-made graph. Each week, we look into the details of a graph that caught our attention. Get it in your inbox every Monday. 🛫 According to the 2023 Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) report, Asia leads the way in terms of Muslim arrivals, with more than 31% of its arrivals being Muslim travelers. 🛫 Indonesia and Malaysia scored equally in the GMTI, ranking the highest in terms of visa requirements, destination marketing, faith restrictions, halal dining, and other criteria. Of Southeast Asian destinations, The Philippines ranked 5th after Singapore, Brunei, and Thailand. 🛫 In 2022, Muslim international arrivals reached 110 million globally. It is expected to reach 230 million by 2028, with an industry size of USD 225 billion. Related storiesDOT teaming up with DILG, DND to market Mindanao as peaceful tourist spot In a statement, the DOT said the memorandum of agreement was signed on May 31 in Zamboanga City to ensure peace, security, and order as the national government prioritizes tourism development programs in Mindanao. Hataman bill seeks Muslim prayer rooms in government, private buildings Hataman filed House Bill No. 7117, which would mandate the installation of a place of worship for Muslims in all public buildings, transportation hubs, hospitals, military bases, and other facilities where people of the Muslim faith may be present. Philippines eyes Gulf countries for halal exports A Philippine trade delegation is set to make a fresh pitch to Gulf countries this month, showcasing the country’s halal products in an effort to gain a bigger piece of this $ 3.2-trillion global industry. Hi Edward,Has this newsletter helped you in any way? We welcome your feedback. Feel free to leave us a note in our suggestion box. |