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It was in 1975 when Malaysia was still a young and rapidly developing nation, that a small but determined group of Malaysian travel professionals came together with a shared purpose \u2013 to form a unified voice for the travel and tour industry in Malaysia. Through this ambition, MATTA was born and has since grown into a national force that shaped the Malaysian tourism landscape for half a century. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a mission to unite the industry, MATTA brought together tour and travel agents under a single banner. It continues to advocate and stand at the forefront of policy engagement and industry empowerment. From its earliest days, MATTA has backed grassroot travel agents, becoming their voice and ensuring that their interests are heard. The Association has evolved in tandem with the industry itself, navigating through global evolution and economic challenges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 1991, MATTA pioneered the first MATTA Fair, originally known as the Malaysia International Travel Fair (MITF) \u2013 held in the bustling city of Kuala Lumpur. The goal was simple yet impactful: to connect Malaysians with travel agents and travel opportunities under one roof. This became the go-to travel hub for locals seeking for new adventures, and rather quickly, the fair cemented popularity. By the year 2001, MATTA Fair transitioned into a bi-annual Fair. Over time, MATTA has expanded across the country and established MATTA Chapters nationwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Today, the renowned Fair is recognised as Malaysia\u2019s Largest International Travel Fair, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors, generating millions in sales. It remains a point of pride for MATTA \u2013 a testament to achieve astonishing milestones through shared vision, collaboration, and commitment to industry excellence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2011, MATTA stepped into a new era by opening its own headquarters in Kuala<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lumpur. A significant milestone that marked the Association\u2019s growth and maturity. The headquarters became more than just a one stop centre: it symbolised MATTA\u2019s permanence, leadership, and long-term commitment to the Malaysian travel industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Throughout this remarkable journey, MATTA has been guided by a dedicated line of<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Presidents – each of whom brought vision, integrity, and leadership to their term of service:<\/p>\n\n\n\n