KL, RI consider "open skies"

KL, RI consider "open skies"

KUALA LUMPUR (AFX): The government is considering implementing the "open skies" concept with Indonesia, similar to Malaysia's recent agreement with Thailand, The Sun quoted Transport Minister Ling Liong Sik as saying.

He said the matter was discussed with his Indonesian counterpart during his recent visit to Indonesia.

"Indonesia's response is favorable but they asked their officers to study the agreement signed between us and Thailand before considering the proposal," Ling said.

He said his recent visit to Indonesia was to lay the groundwork for follow-up talks between the carriers of both countries on Oct.15 and 16.

Ling also said the recent open skies agreement with Thailand in terms of capacity, frequency and destinations to various airports, will need further planning before it can be implemented.