KUALA LUMPUR: Operating cost pressures on the country’s tourism sector following the rise in global fuel prices have caused some travel agencies to readjust their package prices. Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) senior lecturer Associate Prof Dr Faiz Izwan Anuar said fuel costs are among the main burdens for the sector, as they account for about 30% to 40% of the overall operating costs of travel agencies. "When fuel costs rise, profit margins shrink, and we will see price increases in tourism industry products themselves. Today's segment was titled "Krisis Tenaga Global: Impak ke Atas Sektor Pelancongan" (Global Energy Crisis: Impact on the Tourism Sector). "Please deal with travel companies that are registered with the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry.

Source: The Star April 13, 2026 06:25 UTC