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Terengganu's government will convene an engagement session from August 26-28 to address coral reef degradation at Pulau Redang, examining enforcement gaps and considering stricter penalties for tour operators breaching regulations.
Malaysia's licensed hotel sector is pressuring the government to enforce stricter regulations on short-term rental accommodation, citing a 15-year struggle against unregulated competitors operating without proper licensing or safety compliance.
South Korea is cracking down on tourism sector malpractices with stiffer penalties for overcharging starting August 4. The measures target accommodation providers and taxi drivers who exploit visitors.