It’s not all that bad for inbound tourism, says MATTA


PETALING JAYA: Malaysia will be a more affordable destination for foreign tourists with the weaker ringgit but tour agencies that cater to overseas travel are in for a rough ride, says the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA).

MATTA president Hamzah Rahmat said the ringgit’s slide was not all that bad for inbound tourism.

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