PM agrees to Sarawak's request to operate boutique airline

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (second right) and Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg (right) officially opening Raia Hotel and Convention Centre in Kuching on Monday (Apr 17). - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has agreed in principle to Sarawak's request to form a boutique airline.

The Prime Minister said the Sarawak government had a proven track record of good management and would have the capability to run an airline despite its high cost.