Daniel Lim

Travellers making last-minute journeys to Miri for the holiday period had to contend with busy roads and long queues at the border.

One motorist at the Sungai Tujoh Control Post said that such queues are the norm at this time of the year, as “not only are there more choices across the border, but also more value in terms of entertainment, as well as the festive atmosphere in light of the celebrations.”

A Bruneian family also gave similar reasons for spending the last weeks of 2019 across the border, including the forthcoming bonuses from work.

They also said that despite the Brunei December Festival being in full swing, the number of activities was winding down.