Kuala lumpur: Nigel Wong Chun Teim has been re-elected as president of the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) for the 2026-2029 term, marking his second term leading the association.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the new Executive Council (EXCO) members elected at the association's 51st Annual General Meeting held at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, comprises seven leaders from the previous term and three new members.

MATTA in a statement said the new leadership team would focus on strengthening talent development, championing industry advocacy, accelerating digital transformation, enhancing member value, and expanding international business opportunities over the next three years.

Meanwhile, Wong said he was honoured to be re-elected as MATTA president and thanked members for their confidence in the new leadership team. He emphasized that one of their achievements over the past term was strengthening the commitment to serving members by understanding their needs and delivering practical solutions.

The new EXCO, he said, brings together experienced leaders from the previous term and new voices with fresh ideas to support members, champion higher industry standards, and position Malaysia as a leading global tourism destination.

The 2026-2029 EXCO line-up includes Mohd Hizzat Mohd Shah as deputy president and Kho Kwang Peow as honorary treasurer, with vice-president portfolios covering areas such as outbound, air transportation, land transportation, education and training, inbound and domestic, research and technology, and umrah and haj.