Minister flays Rais for 'irresponsible' statement that could trigger racial tension.

UPDATED 6.16PM | PARLIAMENT | Minister's mispronunciation of word sparks laughter in Dewan Rakyat.

Existing flood mitigation system can no longer function effectively, the minister says.

Anwar also expresses sympathy to those affected in Sabah and Sarawak.

Bintulu MP stresses that his constituents can't be allowed to suffer such hardship again.

Existing one will confuse foreign tourists, he says.

Tiong says video criticised by opposition for lacking mosques was a short one.

'His incompetence is glaring.'

Minister reminds Malaysians of detrimental effects of frequent leadership changes.

UPDATED 2.03PM | Anwar also says in jest that Tiong travels too much when he should be getting others to visit M'sia.

They place self-interests above nation's interests.

Minister is concerned issues against Chinese tourists will slow down government's efforts.

He also urges PM to replace the minister.

Tourism minister tells Umno Youth chief to stop causing racial issues.

Our responsibility to ensure tourists can enjoy their holiday safely, says minister.

Machang MP questions tourism minister's apology to China tourists.

'Is it that they really don’t understand Malay?' asks Umno Youth chief.

Raid may affect M’sia attractiveness among tourists, he adds.

Minister did not elaborate on the nature of the 'unpleasantness' and 'shortcomings'.

PARLIAMENT | Verbal altercation stems from Tiong's speech being disrupted.

Minister says it can give the perception that M'sia does not welcome foreign visitors.

PARLIAMENT | Issue falls under jurisdiction of local councils, Tiong says.

'Hoteliers ought to try new revenue-generating ideas.'

This comes after tourism minister called for hotels to adjust check-in and check-out times.

PARLIAMENT | Mas Ermieyati claims some MM2H-licensed companies appointed sub-agents.

He says it's like 'destroying the bridge after crossing the river'.

Priority is to ensure practices, policies of hotels align with consumer interests, Tiong says.

MAHKOTA BY-ELECTION | Gerakan chief also highlights recent 'extreme' policies of the government.

MAHKOTA BY-ELECTION | Not voting is akin to endorsing PAS' views, he says.

He attributes surge to visa-free travel arrangements.