China-Tawau direct flights a big boost for tourism, says Liew


KOTA KINABALU: Direct international charter flight connectivity to Sabah's east coast Tawau district are expected to expand from next month, says state Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew.

She said Batik Air will launch charter flights to Tawau from three cities in China.

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