PETALING JAYA: Tourism, arts and culture minister Tiong King Sing has defended Malaysia’s 90-day visa-free entry for Chinese nationals, stressing the need for stronger enforcement instead of abandoning a policy that boosts the economy.
In a Facebook post, Tiong acknowledged that a few individuals may exploit the visa-free system to conduct unauthorised business activities but said such cases should not be used to undermine policies designed to stimulate economic growth in Malaysia.
Stating that the increased travel convenience for Chinese nationals has translated into more business opportunities and broader customer bases for local entrepreneurs, he said the visa exemption has significantly contributed to growth in the food and beverage, hospitality, logistics and service industries.