KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 — The Cabinet has decided not to continue with the construction of the Tioman International Airport on land that would be 76 per cent reclaimed, said Natural...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 — The Cabinet has decided not to continue with the construction of the Tioman International Airport on land that would be 76 per cent reclaimed, said Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad
“The decision also indirectly reflects the government's efforts in balancing the rapid development with environmental preservation in order to achieve a sustainable environment and to ensure the well-being of the country,” he said in a statement. He said the coral reefs are important habitats for various marine life species and among the main attractions of Pulau Tioman.
While noting that the new airport would allow for more tourists, he said this should not be at the cost of damaging the natural attractions of the island, which would lead to unsustainable tourism.
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