Malaysia committed to continue search for MH370, says govt

Saturday marks 11 years since the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 and Malaysia reaffirms its unwavering commitment to continue the search based on credible leads, striving to provide long-awaited answers to the families of the victims. The Transport Ministry stated that in line with the Cabinet’s decision on Dec 13 last year, the government has approved a proposal by Ocean Infinity (United Kingdom) to recommence the search operation. The new search will cover approximately 15,000 square kilometres in the Southern Indian Ocean. This operation will be conducted on a ‘no find, no fee’ basis, meaning payment will only be made if the aircraft wreckage is discovered. "It remains our responsibility to pursue all credible leads in locating MH370’s final resting place, bringing much-needed closure to the families of those on board,” read the statement on Saturday (March 8). According to the ministry, it was aware of the high public interest in the search effort and was actively finalising a new search agreement, in line with the Malaysian Government's procedures. It also said that the United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) have appointed accredited representatives to provide technical support to the mission.<br/>