AirAsia leases four planes previously operated by MyAirline - Bo Lingam
Bo Lingam said AirAsia had previously leased three of the aircraft before the COVID-19 pandemic from lessor AirCastle Ltd.
Thu Dec 14 2023
Singapore passport most powerful in the world - Henley & Partners
Henley's Dr. Christian H. Kaelin says only eight countries worldwide have less visa-free access today than they did a decade ago.
Tue Jul 18 2023
IATA urges govts to take experts' against travel restrictions advice
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged governments to listen to experts, including the World Health Organisation (WHO), that advised against travel restrictions.
Wed Jan 04 2023
Air transport body expects airlines to return to profitability in 2023
IATA on Tuesday said that the global airline industry would return to profit next year for the first time since 2019.
Wed Dec 07 2022
IATA's Geneva gathering to chart airline industry's future
While the lifting of travel restrictions has brought relief to the aviation industry, airlines continue to see threats from inflation, the risk of recession, and foreign exchange volatility.
Mon Dec 05 2022
Why convenience is key for post-pandemic travel
From visa procedures to checking-in baggage, tomorrow's getaways will need to be seamless rather than a headache for travellers.
Sun Nov 06 2022
Air travel rebounds but still suffering from pandemic
Asia experienced the biggest rebound, where traffic more than tripled.
Sat Oct 08 2022
Buckle up for more turbulence when traveling by plane
Over the next few decades, the fasten-seatbelt sign could be lighting up more often when you travel by plane.
Sun Sep 18 2022
Air industry could fly back into black next year, IATA says
Renewed profitability "appears within reach" in 2023, the IATA said, predicting a rebound in passengers to 83 pct of pre-pandemic levels.
Tue Jun 21 2022
IATA calls for governments to rescind travel bans
Public health organisations, including the WHO, have advised against travel curbs to contain the spread of Omicron.
Thu Dec 09 2021
Six more airlines implement IATA Travel Pass
This mobile app can receive and verify a range of COVID-19 test results and digital vaccines certificates.
Wed Oct 06 2021
IATA: Air travel improves marginally in June 2021
IATA said however, the demand remained significantly below the pre-COVID-19 levels owing to international travel restrictions.
Thu Jul 29 2021
European air lobbies fear summer chaos at airports
IATA reports that people travelling at peak times now stay twice as long at airports three hours compared with 2019.
Fri Jun 04 2021
Air travel could beat pre-pandemic level by 2023: IATA
After surging past pre-pandemic numbers in 2023, the end of the decade could see annual levels of 5.6 billion air passengers.
Fri May 28 2021
Govts must step-up support for more efficient aviation operation - IATA
IATA's director-general Willie Walsh said that the aviation industry will continue to grow as people want and need to travel.
Thu May 27 2021
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024