THE Transport Ministry is encouraging operators of public transport services and rest and recreation (R&R) areas nationwide to adopt cashless payment methods.

Its minister, Anthony Loke, said this was in line with the government’s efforts to improve the public transport system and preparations for the digital economy.

“The ministry welcomes the use of cashless payments and I think that e-wallets have great potential. It has to be extended to other areas, including at R&R areas and in the public transport system, especially for stage bus services.

“We want to ensure a smooth journey for stage buses; passengers have been paying the bus fare in coins, which is inefficient for them,” he said at the launch of newly upgraded Dewan Orang Ramai Titi in Jelebu today. – Bernama, January 20, 2020.