Ong, who was speaking after the launch of the Marhaba programme yesterday, emphasised the need to "open new frontiers" in access by air, which falls under his purview, between Malaysia and the 300 million-odd people of the oil-rich desert lands.
"The Middle East has many countries. And we need to expand landing rights and create new routes for full-service or low-cost flights."
He said it was important for the transport and tourism ministries to work together as transport, particularly flight availability, was a factor that determined tourist arrivals.
Source : NST
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