As international travel continues to be restricted, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) is urging countries to work towards the gradual relaxation and removal of the Covid-19 health protocols.
While outbound and inbound travel has relatively increased in the Sultanate of Oman since October this year, the sudden emergence of Omicron and lack of daily flights to most international destinations are forcing people to rethink every travel decision they make.
The Observer has been getting queries about whether flights will be closed or quarantine-type restrictions introduced as the number of Covid-19 cases has seen a surge in recent weeks.
“Measures should remain in place only for as long as they are needed. It is also important that the removal of measures is carried out in a managed and coordinated manner given the global nature of the air transport industry and the need for international consistency, not least to reinforce consumer confidence and facilitate compliance…