Kazakhstan and Vietnam Launch Low-Cost Carrier in Central Asia
Kazakhstan and Vietnam have announced the creation of a new joint airline, Vietjet Qazaqstan, marking a significant step in strengthening economic and transportation ties. The agreement was signed on May 6 during the Kazakhstan-Vietnam Business Roundtable, as part of Vietnamese General Secretary Tô Lâm’s state visit to Kazakhstan.
Developed from Qazaq Air’s infrastructure, the new airline aims to serve as a direct link between Kazakhstan and Southeast Asia, enhancing regional connectivity and boosting tourism, trade, and cargo flows between Central Asia and the Asia-Pacific. The airline plans to operate a fleet of at least 20 Boeing 737 aircraft, with advanced management systems and training programs to support expansion.
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