Haze affects tourist arrivals and upcoming events in Sarawak, says state minister
KUCHING, Sept 5 — Sarawak has seen a slight drop in tourist arrivals amid the current haze, said State Tourism, Cr...
Sarawak has observed a minor decrease in tourist arrivals caused by the ongoing haze, according to State Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. He anticipates that this trend will persist until the haze situation improves. At a press conference following a meeting to discuss the national Malaysia Day celebration, Abdul Karim stated that tourists may reconsider their travel plans due to the haze.
"If I were a tourist, and I planned to visit Sarawak or Kuching at this time, I would certainly alter my travel arrangements," he noted. The haze is also impacting various upcoming events, such as the Borderland Music Festival scheduled for September 11 and 12 at the Sarawak Cultural Village. Abdul Karim expressed his own concerns, stating that there is little they can do except hope for a reduction in the haze problem.
He recommended that organizers of outdoor events keep an eye on the Air Pollutant Index and adhere to guidelines from the State Disaster Management Committee.
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