New Malaysian Airline, Airport Could Support Sarawak's Tourism Goals

sarawak river and mosque

A view of Sarawak River, in Malaysia.

Credit: Stock Connection Blue/Alamy Stock Photo
PERTH, Australia—The Malaysian state of Sarawak is optimistic that the introduction of its own airline and a potential new airport will further drive tourism numbers, as it sets a target to welcome 5 million visitors in 2025. The east Malaysian state formally acquired MASwings from the Malaysia...
Chen Chuanren

Chen Chuanren is the Southeast Asia and China Editor for Aviation Week's Air Transport World magazine and the Asia-Pacific Defense Correspondent for Aviation Week.

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