January 9，2023（AseanAll）The standard operating procedure (SOP) for the entry of foreign tourists at all international entry points remains as of now, says Malaysian Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail on January 8.
According to Bernama，any decision regarding the new SOP will only be made based on the latest Covid-19 data, he said.
He also explained that the SOP imposed on tourists arriving in Malaysia, including from China, is the same as that for arrivals from other countries.
“Of course it’s not wise to be selective and I feel it’s not right for us to take that stance,” he told reporters after observing the operations at the KL International Airport (KLIA) here yesterday（JAN 8）.
On Wednesday (Jan 4), Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia would not discriminate against any country in conducting Covid-19 checks on travellers entering the country as its priority is the people’s health and safety.
The prime minister added that the Immigration Department had also tightened controls at the country’s entry points to monitor the entry of foreigners into Malaysia.
