Malaysia the host
To host means to hold an event and welcome visitors. Malaysia has proudly hosted large international sports events. This shows the world that our country is safe, modern and well organised.
Famous events Malaysia hosted
- In 1998, Kuala Lumpur hosted the Commonwealth Games - the first Asian city ever to do so. A special stadium and village were built in Bukit Jalil.
- Malaysia has also hosted the SEA Games several times, welcoming athletes from Southeast Asia.
- Big stadiums like the Bukit Jalil National Stadium hold thousands of fans.
Why hosting matters
Hosting brings tourists, money and friendship, and makes Malaysians feel proud.
Remember
- Kuala Lumpur hosted the 1998 Commonwealth Games.
- It was the first Asian city to host those Games.
- Hosting brings pride, tourists and money.