After Tragedy Strikes, Johor's New Sports Policy Aims High but May Fall Short The recent death of a young footballer in Johor has shed light on the lax regulations governing sports events in Malaysia's southern state.
In response, the state government has announced plans to introduce new guidelines for sporting events, which are welcomed by many as a much needed measure to prioritize athlete safety.
The proposed Johor Sports Event Policy seeks to ensure that organizers meet minimum safety standards, obtain sanction from relevant sports associations, and comply with medical and child protection measures.