KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 17 -- The healthcare tourism market has become a major economic driver in South-east Asia, generating billions in revenue for the region.
According to a 2024 report by RHB titled "Medical Tourism in Asean", the global healthcare tourism market was valued at US$13.1 billion (RM58.55) in 2023, with medical tourists visiting Asean countries accounting for a third of the global healthcare tourists.
In Asean, Malaysia is among the top destinations for medical tourism within the region and took in over RM2 billion in revenue for 2023.
According to the report, Malaysia is a preferred destination for medical tourism, particularly for affluent Indonesians seeking high-quality healthcare treatments.
Official reports show that o...