Pakistan is potentially a huge aviation market, boasting a population of some 240 million. That potential is yet to be realized, however, and fewer than 11 million people fly annually.
IATA urged Asia-Pacific governments to prepare for the anticipated surge in traffic and provide policy support for the industry’s decarbonization efforts, as the region moves forward from COVID-19.
Qatar has a busy year ahead. In November, teams and supporters from 32 countries will gather for the month-long soccer FIFA World Cup—an event that could not exist without aviation.
Reopening the borders a priority for North Asia
Dr. Xie Xingquan, IATA’s RVP for North Asia, says the region’s recovery cannot ignore safety and future financial resilience.