Batik Air agrees to resume Miri-KL flights after deputy minister’s request
MIRI, Sept 2 — Batik Air has agreed to resume its Miri-Kuala Lumpur services following a formal request by Deputy...
Miri MP Chiew Choon Man requested Batik Air to resume its Miri-Kuala Lumpur flights. The deputy minister noted passengers' difficulty in finding flights between Miri and Kuala Lumpur, especially during weekends, public holidays, and peak travel periods. Chiew asked Batik Air's CEO to review the commercial viability of the Miri-Kuala Lumpur sector.
He also asked to consider returning to Miri due to strong demand. Chiew stressed that Miri's potential extends beyond its population, serving northern Sarawak and Brunei Darussalam. He welcomed Batik Air's positive response and said additional capacity would improve connectivity and give passengers more choices. He also highlighted that better air connectivity is crucial for Miri's economic and tourism development. Chiew promised to work with airlines and stakeholders to strengthen Miri's connectivity.
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