Faster vaccine rollout can save Malaysia's tourism sector, say travel operators


Tourism stakeholders said vaccination is key to saving the industry in the long run. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

The nationwide lockdown has forced tourism and hospitality players to once again face the grim reality of operating in an uncertain travel landscape amid the pandemic.

Many stakeholders in the country believe that stricter measures are timely to curb the alarming spike of Covid-19 cases in the country. While the lockdown is necessary, many believe that the industry will no longer be sustainable without some form of assistance.

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