Malaysia-China connectivity to be optimised via enhanced direct, transit and chartered flights

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is aiming to optimise flight connectivity between Malaysia and China through enhanced direct and transit flights as well as chartered flights to promote exchanges and deepen interaction between Muslim communities in both countries.

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said following negotiations with a number of airlines, the ministry is expected to launch a round-trip flight from Xi'an to Kuala Lumpur in March, and a chartered flight from Urumqi to Kuala Lumpur in May or July this year at the latest.