CLEAN : MH370 search facing suspension as hopes fade

The transcript discusses the decision by China, Australia, and Malaysia to suspend the search for MH370 after completing a 120,000 square kilometer area. Despite the suspension, the countries remain committed to analyzing data and evidence. Future searches will only proceed if there is credible new evidence, to avoid raising false hopes. The emotional impact on the community is acknowledged, and efforts will continue to involve other countries in the region.

What was the main reason for suspending the search for the aircraft?

• Political disagreements

• Completion of the search area

• Lack of funding

• Weather conditions

What will the ministers continue to do despite suspending the search?

• Analyze data and inspect debris

• Conduct interviews with witnesses

• Increase the search area

• Hire more search teams

Why is a further search not currently viable?

• Political tensions

• Lack of credible new evidence

• Insufficient manpower

• High costs involved

What is necessary for any future search to be justified?

• Advanced technology

• International approval

• Public support

• High likelihood of success

What is the ministers' stance on the possibility of resuming the search?

• They will only resume if funded by other countries

• They have completely ruled it out

• They are open to it if new evidence is found

• They plan to resume in a few months