KUALA LUMPUR: It is neither appropriate nor effective for now to tighten the standard operating procedures for the entry of travellers from other countries including China, says the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry.
Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the people's safety and health would remain a priority for the ministry but added that it is important to strike a balance between the people's well-being and the country's economic interests.
"That's why neighbouring countries such as Indonesia, Thailand and Cambodia have not tightened the entry of travellers from China. At the same time, there are questions about the arrival of travellers from the United States, Japan, Korea and France which have also recorded high number of infections," said Tiong.
"We are thankful because the Covid-19 situation in Malaysia can be considered to be under control. In fact, China has also passed the Covid-19 infection surge phase, so tightening the existing SOP is not appropriate and effective for now," he said.
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