This came after the government decided to only impose the tax on foreign tourists at a flat rate of 10 ringgit (Bt78). The minister also said the prime minister would decide whether to push back the implementation date to beyond Aug 1. The decision to exempt locals, said industry players, would benefit and enhance domestic tourism. Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) president Datuk Tan Kok Liang said the exemption would stabilise the local tourism sector. “MATTA has expressed concern over the tourism tax and we are glad that the government has taken note,” said Tan.

Source: The Nation Bangkok July 27, 2017 14:48 UTC