Singapore and Kenya sign limited air accords

SINGAPORE and Kenya have signed an Air Services Agreement (ASA) that grants airlines the flexibility to operate any number of air services between and beyond both countries with restrictions on passenger services by Singapore carriers between Kenya and selected third countries.

The accord was signed in the presence of Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kenya Raila Odinga.

"This agreement is a reflection of the warm ties between Singapore and Kenya, and underscores the commitment of both countries to cooperation on civil aviation and the liberalisation of air services," said Singapore Transport Minister Raymond Lim.

"With this agreement, Singapore and Kenyan air carriers now have the flexibility to plan their commercial operations to capitalise on market opportunities in both countries."

Singapore Airlines Cargo currently operates three weekly freighter services to and beyond Kenya.

(Source: www.schednet.com)