Mersing: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today expressed concern over the preservation of environmental sustainability and maintaining the cleanliness of islands in the waters of Mersing. In a statement posted on Sultan Ibrahim's official Facebook page, His Majesty emphasized the importance of preserving Mersing's natural beauty and marine biodiversity for current and future generations.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Mersing is recognized as a sustainable tourism district, and Sultan Ibrahim urged every visitor to practice environmental awareness by not littering. His Majesty highlighted that the beauty of the islands, coral reefs, and marine biodiversity in the waters of Mersing is a treasure that should be safeguarded collectively. He stressed that these efforts are crucial not only for the current generation but also as a legacy for future generations.

Earlier, Sultan Ibrahim held an audience with Johor State Secretary Datuk Asman Shah Abd Rahman, Johor Land and Mines director Mohammed Shakib Ali, Mersing District Officer Jamil Hasni Abdullah, and Mersing District Council president Norman Noh at Istana Pasir Pelangi.

Yesterday, Jamil Hasni announced through a notice on the Mersing District Office's Facebook page that all scuba diving, snorkelling, and visits to six islands around Mersing waters had been suspended with immediate effect. This suspension is to facilitate marine biodiversity and environmental conservation work. The closure involves Pulau Harimau, Pulau Gual, Pulau Mensirip, Pulau Mertang Timur, Pulau Mertang Barat, and Pulau Mertang Tengah.