KUALA LUMPUR: The government should introduce shariah-compliant uniforms for flight stewardesses serving the country's airlines to reflect Malaysia’s image as a Muslim country, said Senator Datuk Hanafi Mamat.
He said the move would not hurt airline companies, as their survival depends on delivery of high-quality service.
"We are proud that Malaysia is an Islamic country with its own cultural identity.
“But when our flight stewardesses dress up sexily and disrespectfully, this will give tourists who use the services of our national carriers the wrong impression.
"The time has come for the government to provide new uniform guidelines which will portray Malaysia as a Muslim country with strong eastern values," he said during the debate on the Supply Bill 2018 at the Dewan Negara here on Monday. -- BERNAMA