Canada expands air travel agreement with Australia

Canada has expanded its air transport agreement with Australia, opening the skies for more connectivity between the two countries. The new agreement allows for an unlimited number of direct passenger and cargo flights and enhanced operational flexibility for each country's airlines. It also includes access to any point in the other country's territory. Canada’s Minister of Transport Anita Anand shared the news on Tuesday. "This expanded air transport agreement will improve connectivity for passengers, deepen our cultural and commercial ties, and strengthen our supply chains. This is great news for travellers and businesses in both our countries,” Minister Anand said. Ottawa calls this a “significant expansion” of the agreement as it is expected to meet the needs of the bilateral market for the long term. This expanded agreement was reached at the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Air Services Negotiation Event, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.<br/>