In the short term, the two airlines could explore code sharing services to take advantage of their respective flight networks aligning with each other's interests. In the long run, they might consider studying the possibility of opening direct routes between the two countries when conditions allow.
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Le Thai Hoa (2nd from right), Vietnamese Trade Counselor in Israel, in a group photo with representatives of Vietjet Air and EL AL Israel Airlines |
EL AL Airlines expressed its impression with Vietjet Air’s scale of operations, service quality, and development plans and agreed with the proposals put forth by the Vietnamese carrier.
Both sides concurred to maintain contact and further discuss specific details towards the signing of an agreement and promoting collaboration in relevant areas for mutual benefits.
To date, Vietjet Air has operated around 450 flights per day and 160 routes connecting Vietnam to countries in Asia, Europe, and Oceania. EL AL Airlines has code sharing agreements with 22 airlines worldwide, including Vietnam Airlines.
According to Le Thai Hoa, Vietnamese Trade Counselor in Israel, in early April, Vietnam and Israel announced the conclusion of bilateral negotiations on the Vietnam-Israel Free Trade Agreement (VIFTA). The two sides are reviewing and finalizing the legal procedures for the official signing of the deal. Currently, their businesses are engaging in various transactions to seek investment, trade, and tourism cooperation opportunities.
Vietjet Air's expansion of cooperation with the Israeli aviation partner will diversify passenger and cargo transport services, creating favorable conditions for investment, business, and tourism activities between the two countries, said the official.
Source: VNA