Malaysia Hopes Indonesia Continues to Tackle Haze Problem

Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.

Petaling Jaya, MINA – Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin hopes the Indonesian government will continue proactive measures to overcome the haze issue in the country and avoid causing a negative impact to Malaysia, especially the 29th Kuala Lumpur SEA Games and 9th ASEAN Para Games, Bernama reported.

Khairy said Indonesia’s efforts to enforce measures to overcome the haze phenomenom since 2015 has been showing positive results.

“If we look at the satellite images of hotspots, fires, most have been successfully curtailed in 24 hours and I hope the Indonesian side will ensure it continues to be under control,”he said.

He was met by reporters after visiting a training session for shooting athletes at the National Shooting Range here today.

In the meantime, Khairy said the Natural Resources and Environment (NRE) Ministry would also play a role to help monitor the haze development to ensure the biennial event goes smoothly.    T/RS5/RS1)

Mi’raj Islamic News Agency (MINA)