MP urges national protection scheme for mountain guides


KUALA LUMPUR: A National Mountain Guide Social Protection Scheme should be introduced to safeguard guides, or malim gunung, especially during risky expeditions, says Mersing MP Muhammad Islahuddin Abas.

Debating Budget 2026, he said most of the 3,200 registered mountain guides lack Perkeso cover, personal accident insurance and pension support.

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