DILI, 13 May 2025 (TATOLI) – The National Parliament has today approved the ratification of Timor-Leste’s Air Service Agreements (ASAs) with Cambodia and China.
Each of the Air Service Agreements was approved with 52 votes in favor, zero against, and one abstention, attended by Milena Rangel, the Vice Minister for ASEAN Affairs.
Earlier this year, the Council of Ministers approved Air Service Agreements (ASAs) with Cambodia and China, presented by Vice-Minister Rangel, aiming to strengthen friendly relations and cooperation between Timor-Leste and the two countries, and to contribute to the development of the air transport sector.
By promoting commercial exchanges and increasing regular air connections, the agreements aim to foster economic growth and boost tourism.
“The agreements are also in line with Timor-Leste’s accession process as a full member of ASEAN and with the organization’s ‘Open Skies’ policy,” the Council of Minister said in a press statement.
The ASEAN Open Sky Policy, also known as the ASEAN Single Aviation Market (ASEAN-SAM), is a free market concept that allows airlines from ASEAN member states to fly without restrictions between Southeast Asian countries.
Journalist: Camilio de Sousa
Editor: Filomeno Martins
