Direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Karachi will be started soon in order to strengthen commercial and people-to-people connections between Pakistan and Malaysia.
Mohammad Azhar Mazlan, Malaysia’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, made the statements during a meeting with Adnan Jalil, KP Minister for Industries, Commerce, and Technical Education, at Malaysia’s High Commission in Islamabad.
The Malaysian official emphasised that the restoration of direct aviation connectivity will improve economic, trade, and social integration between the two nations, as well as bilateral collaboration and development in the tourism sector.
According to the Malaysian official, while direct flights are now available from Lahore, the objective is to expand them to other places, including the port city of Karachi.
Mazlan acknowledged the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on several sectors, including direct flights, and promised that these connections will be restored. He attributed Malaysia’s present growth to the country’s long and medium-term economic plans, which are updated every five years.
During the discussion, Malaysia’s envoy emphasised the untapped potential for bilateral trade between Pakistan and Malaysia, emphasising the need for further expansion. He issued a specific invitation to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa businessmen to actively participate in this process and contribute to the strengthening of relations.
According to the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board’s (Tourism Malaysia) official data, a total of 26.1 million tourists visited Malaysia in 2019.
The country has a broad selection of attractions to suit every traveler’s interests, including Kuala Lumpur, which has renowned buildings like the Petronas Twin Towers, colorful street markets, and wonderful street food, and Penang, known as the “Pearl of the Orient.”
Langkawi, a world-famous archipelago of 99 islands in Malaysia, is also known for its magnificent beaches, lush jungles, and cable car ride up Mount Mat Cincang.
In addition, Malacca’s well-preserved architecture and rich legacy reflect a blend of Chinese, Dutch, and Portuguese influences; other attractions include Borneo and Cameron Highlands.
