The ceremony welcomed flights and passengers of the national flag carrier of Vietnam (Vietnam Airlines) on the Hanoi - Dien Bien route and the budget carrier VietjetAir on the Ho Chi Minh City - Dien Bien route. On this occasion, the People's Committee of Dien Bien province and Vietnam Airlines signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement for the 2024-2028 period.

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Passengers of the first commercial flight of Vietnam Airlines Airbus A321 welcomed to Dien Bien

The upgrade and reopening of Dien Bien Airport contribute significantly to boosting tourism and socio-economic development in Dien Bien province, especially during the National Tourism Year - Dien Bien 2024, coinciding with the commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 - 2024). Additionally, it enhances the connectivity of the Northwestern region with other regions by improving transportation modes including road, railway, and aviation.

Translated by Chung Anh