Richard Bruton
Ceist:70 Mr. R. Bruton asked the Minister for Transport his plans to encourage or promote air links between Ireland and Asia; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32041/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 7 December 2004
Ceisteanna (53)
Freagraí scríofa
My Department has negotiated and signed a number of air transport agreements with countries in Asia and the Middle East. In the coming year my officials will hold negotiations with officials from Bahrain and are confident that these will lead to the signing of an agreement. These agreements provide the regulatory framework within which air services can be provided.
While the decision as to whether to operate on a particular route is a commercial one for the airlines concerned, my Department takes every opportunity in its contacts with airlines to encourage the commencement of new international services.