Malaysia tourism ministry: Bus crash has damaged confidence
A deadly bus crash in Malaysia which claimed 15 lives this week has damaged confidence in the tourism industry.
The crash killed 15 university students.
The Tourism Ministry says the crash has impacted overall confidence.
“Stakeholders involved in tourism and student exchange programmes from Asean, the Middle East, China, Japan and Korea have expressed doubts to the ministry,” it said in a statement.
Some are reviewing their ground transportation plans, it added.
“If we cannot guarantee transport safety, it won’t just impact educational exchanges -Malaysia’s standing as a regional tourism hub will also be at stake.”
The ministry added that reform is needed to improve fragmented regulatory measures.
“The ministry strongly urges that all previously held regulatory powers be fully returned to the ministry. Tourist transport is more than just mobility – it forms the first impression of Malaysia and reflects our tourism image.”
A chartered bus carrying the students overturned during a collision in Terengganu.
Thirty-three others were also injured.
Transport minister Loke Siew Fook said the permit of the bus operator has been revoked.
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