UAE, Türkiye forge strategic partnership in tourism, aviation

UAE, Türkiye forge strategic partnership in tourism, aviation

ABU DHABI, 10th June, 2023 (WAM) -- The UAE and Türkiye have forged a robust strategic partnership in the tourism and aviation sectors, amid the growing flight and tourist figures between the two friendly nations.

As part of their bilateral relations and strategic partnership, the UAE’s national carriers have increased their flights to Türkiye in recent years, following a rise in air traffic between the two countries.

Reports by the UAE national carriers affirmed the significant contributions of the aviation sector to strengthening the economic relations between the UAE and Türkiye in recent years.

They also stressed that aviation is a crucial lifeline for tourism and business sectors. They highlighted their success in increasing the number of flights to Turkish destinations to meet the growing travel demand. Additionally, they mentioned the addition of seasonal flights during the summer season.

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, announced plans to operate 10 weekly flights from Abu Dhabi to Istanbul. Etihad Airways originally launched services to Istanbul in June 2009. Istanbul is one of the most popular destinations for UAE residents seeking a short break. Istanbul’s location makes it a melting pot of cultures which has seen centuries of influence from both