The Penang City Council (MBPP) proudly received the esteemed ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2024 – 2026 during the recent 2024 ASEAN Tourism Awards ceremony held in Vientiane, Laos.
A Remarkable Fourth Consecutive Win For MBPP
Image via Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang – MBPP
This remarkable accomplishment marks the fourth consecutive time that MBPP has been honored with this distinguished award. The city council previously earned international recognition for the 2018 – 2020, 2020 – 2022, and 2022 – 2024 editions.
Initiated by ASEAN member countries, the ASEAN Tourism Awards aim to recognize and appreciate outstanding tourism contributors within the region. The ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award specifically acknowledges cities that excel in providing superior and high-quality tourist destinations.
A Multifaceted Recognition – Other Categories @ The 2024 ASEAN Tourism Awards
Alongside the ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award, the 2024 ASEAN Tourism Awards also bestowed honors in four other categories: ASEAN Sustainable Tourism Award, ASEAN Green Hotel Award, ASEAN MICE Venue Award (Exhibition Venue), and ASEAN MICE Venue Award (Meeting Room Category).
MBPP’s Representation & Commitment To A Green & Smart City
MBPP councillor Ms. Tan Soo Siang and Assistant Senior Environmental Health Officer Mr. Taufik Junik represented MBPP at the prestigious ceremony held from January 22 to 27 in Vientiane, Laos.
Through a Facebook post, MBPP expressed that the ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2024-2026 underscores Penang’s dedication to transforming into a smart and green city, aligning with the Penang State Government’s vision of Penang2023: A Family-Focused Green and Smart State that Inspires The Nation.
Collective Efforts & Collaboration For A Cleaner Penang
Penang’s remarkable achievement of securing the prestigious ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award for the years 2024 – 2026 at the recent ASEAN Tourism Awards in Vientiane, Laos, reflects the city’s ongoing commitment to excellence in tourism and environmental stewardship.
This accolade not only signifies recognition from ASEAN member countries but also underscores Penang’s dedication to becoming a leading smart and green city. The continuous success of the Penang City Council (MBPP) in receiving this honor for the fourth consecutive time highlights the collective efforts and collaboration among various stakeholders, solidifying Penang’s reputation as a premier and environmentally conscious tourist destination.
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