Covid-19 tests burn a hole in vacationers' money, putting foreign travel on hold

The reopening of the country's borders to foreign tourists on April 1 was a welcome respite for airlines and airports, who anticipate a significant increase in airline seat capacity and passenger volumes. However, before gaining a strong recovery momentum, the aviation industry must overcome several challenges. The hefty expense of numerous Covid-19 testing criteria is a big roadblock.

International visitors to Malaysia are requi....