Datuk Manoharan Periasamy is the Director General of Tourism Malaysia, under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture Malaysia. With over 30 years of extensive experience in the tourism industry, Datuk Manoharan has played a pivotal role in promoting Malaysia as a top travel destination globally. His career spans various leadership roles, including Senior Director of the International Promotion Division, Senior Director of Advertising and Digital Division, and Director of Corporate Communications. His international assignments, particularly in India and South Asia, contributed significantly to the growth of Malaysia as a prime destination for South Asian tourists.
Datuk Manoharan’s contributions have earned him numerous accolades, such as the prestigious “Best Professional in Marketing” award at the Safari India Awards 2013 and being recognized as one of the most influential figures in the travel industry by NDTV. His expertise in strategic marketing, digital campaigns, and tourism development has solidified his standing as a key leader in Malaysia’s tourism landscape.
His leadership continues to drive Tourism Malaysia’s mission of making Malaysia a preferred global travel destination.
