The PATA Malaysia Chapter (PMC) established in 1975, is an extension of the Association (PATA) to assist in translating the global objectives of PATA into local action within Malaysia, through operating programs and activities relevant to local communities and also avail the facilities of PATA to all Chapter members. PMC has the vision to be Malaysia’s leading voice on travel and tourism within Asia- Pacific and its mission is to create value for tourism stakeholders through private and public sector collaboration and also to promote the sustainable growth of travel & tourism to, from and within Malaysia. Current membership of 88 comprise government sectors, airlines, educational institutions, hotels, tour & travel agents and other organizations/associations connected with the tourism & hospitality industry. Tourism Malaysia took over the helm of PMC since 2012, considering the historical benefits contributed by PATA in the gradual transformation of Tourism Malaysia and the development of the tourism industry in Malaysia through key events such as PATA Conferences, Travel Marts and Annual Meetings hosted in Malaysia. The current chairman of PMC is YBhg. Datuk Musa Hj. Yusof, the Deputy Director General (Promotion) of Tourism Malaysia.