KUALA LUMPUR, 4 APRIL 2025 – The Malaysian Association of Tour & Travel Agents (MATTA) is excited to introduce MATTA Connect 2025, its inaugural B2B travel business matching event, set to take place on Thursday, 17 April 2025 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur. Held during MATTA Fair week, this first-of-its-kind networking platform aims to connect international tourism sellers with Malaysian travel buyers, encouraging new partnerships and business opportunities.
MATTA Connect is expected to feature over 100 international sellers, and 200 MATTA member travel agents, reinforcing the event’s role as a must-attend opportunity for tourism professionals.
Here are some key highlights MATTA members can expect at the MATTA Connect:
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Pitch Stage: Selected sellers will present exclusive travel products.
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Networking Lunch: A casual setting for building business connections.
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Business Matching Session: A structured “speed dating” format for direct discussion and deal-making.
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International Participation: Featuring sellers from China, India, Thailand, Maldives, Indonesia, USA (Guam), Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Bulgaria, and many more (a total of 26 countries).
The event will also welcome Ambassadors, representatives of the National Tourism Organisation (NTO), key government and industry leaders, further cementing its position as Malaysia's leading B2B tourism networking platform.
“MATTA Connect 2025 is a strategic platform to introduce high-value tourism products and to establish new global partnerships. By facilitating direct engagement between international sellers and Malaysian buyers, we aim to drive long-term business growth in the international tourism sector,” said Nigel Wong, President of MATTA.
Supported by corporate and destination partners, MATTA Connect 2025 will also offer branding and sponsorship opportunities, providing added visibility for industry stakeholders.
For further information, media registration, and participation details, please contact the MATTA Secretariat or visit our social media platforms on Facebook, X and Tik Tok, or subscribe to our new Instagram page @mattafair.official and Telegram channel @MATTA_Fair.