{
  "id": 14200033,
  "title": "Batik Air to launch Miri-Subang flights on Dec 1",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/batik-air-to-launch-miri-subang-flights-on-dec-1-14200033",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-13T12:06:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/10/13/batik-air-to-launch-miri-subang-flights-on-dec-1"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Batik Air will commence flights between Miri and Subang's Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, starting from December 1, according to the Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister, Chiew Choon Man. Chiew, who represents Miri, anticipates the new route to attract considerable demand and ensure its long-term viability. He emphasized that the service would cater to various needs such as business travel, education, medical treatment, and family commitments. Chiew also highlighted that improving air connectivity between Miri and Kuala Lumpur would enhance convenience for both business and tourism sectors, making travel between Miri and the Klang Valley more accessible.",
  "summary": "The new route is expected to benefit travellers and boost Miri’s connectivity with the Klang Valley.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Miri-Subang flights to begin Dec 1, offering new link to Klang Valley",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/miri-subang-flights-to-begin-dec-1-offering-new-link-to-klang-valley",
        "published": "2026-10-13T08:07:25.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Batik Air to launch Miri-Subang flights on Dec 1",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/batik-air-to-launch-miri-subang-flights-on-dec-1",
        "published": "2026-10-13T12:06:34.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}