Siem Reap (FN), Oct. 16 – Siem Reap Angkor International Airport Operators announced discounts on terminals and operational fees for new flights and airlines to encourage the establishment of new routes and expansion of business operations at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI).

Zou Yuhui, Chairman of Yunnan Air investment Cambodia Airport (YACA) management spoke on Wednesday (Oct. 16) at the celebration of the first anniversary of Siem Reap Angkor International Airport.

“Incentives will be provided for the launch of new routes or flights that have been suspended for more than 12 months. These will include full waivers of landing, parking, lighting and aerobridge fees during the first year. In the second year, these fees will be charged by 50 percent,” Chairman of YACA underscored.

At the same time, SAI will offer incentives to new airlines, or airlines that have suspended operations for more than 12 months and are resuming service, including a 50 percent reduction on landing, parking, and electricity fees in the first year, followed by a 25 percent reduction in the second year.

In addition, direct incentives will be provided based on the number of departures. Flights carrying between 120 and 150 passengers will receive a USD 400 incentive per flight, while flights with 150 or more passengers will receive a USD 600 incentive per flight.

He added, "We strongly believe that, under the guidance and support of the Royal Government of Cambodia, with the backing of the Chinese Embassy in Cambodia, and through the cooperation of all partners, Siem Reap Angkor International Airport will continue to progress and achieve sustainable development. This will provide new momentum for the revitalization of Siem Reap's tourism sector and contribute to Cambodia's overall socioeconomic growth."

Meanwhile, Minister in charge of the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation Mao Havannal outlined several policies and favorable measures recently introduced by the Royal Government of Cambodia to promote and facilitate investment in new tourism products in Siem Reap Province.
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