SEPANG (March 14): AirAsia X has commenced its first foray into Central Asia with the launch of its direct flight to Almaty, Kazakhstan on Thursday.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the new route not only improves connectivity but also fortifies cultural and economic bonds between Kazakhstan and Malaysia.
“The Malaysian Aviation Commission forecasts Malaysia’s air passenger traffic to reach between 93.9 million and 107.1 million passengers this year, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 10-25%,” he said.
Loke said this during the AirAsia X Kuala Lumpur-Almaty send-off ceremony at Terminal 2 Kuala Lumpur International Airport here on Thursday.
He said the new route by AirAsia X underscores the increasing importance of Central Asia, be it in education exchange, tourism or the halal industry, with Malaysia being a partner in the region’s growth trajectory.
“We look forward to more opportunities for trade, tourism, and investment in both countries,” he said.
The ceremony was also…
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