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Slumping rupiah makes Indonesia irresistible for Malaysian tourists, shoppers

Indonesia has always been a favourite travel destination for Malaysians and visitor numbers are expected to increase with the neighbouring countryโ€™s currency hitting a record low. Melaka Tourism Association president Madelina Quah said the low rupiah presents an advantage for Malaysians travelling and shopping in Indonesia. โ€œThis will translate to cheaper holidays, shopping for weddings and buying of raw materials for imports against exportsโ€™ competitiveness,โ€ she said. โ€œYounger Malaysians...