The Pahang government has agreed that Tioman Island residents will only have to pay RM20 for a one-way ferry ride between the island and the mainland compared to the current rate of RM50, starting from January next year.

Menteri Besar Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail (above) said the 60 percent reduction would be borne by the state government involving a financial implication of RM500,000 and would benefit approximately 3,600 residents.

"When they (residents) met me, many said the fare...