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MPs push for visa reform and single tourism authority

May 20, 2026 3 mins read
MPs push for visa reform and single tourism authority

As tourist occupancy drops to just 17 percent compared to pre-pandemic levels, Members of Parliament are calling for immediate visa reforms and a single tourism authority. Is the current tourism policy leaving regional sectors behind?

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