Optimism was the prevailing tone as Asia Pacific's airline leaders convened in Bangkok from 14–15 November 2025 for the 69th Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) Assembly of Presidents. And the confidence is well-founded: the region handles 35% of global air traffic, boasts the world’s fastest cargo growth, and is poised to dominate aviation’s future. Against this backdrop, airline executives outlined strategies to ensure that infrastructure, workforce development, and sustainability … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific aviation leaders chart growth strategy at 69th AAPA Assembly of Presidents
Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) Assembly of Presidents
AAPA’s Assembly of Presidents to meet in virtual format
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) announced that the annual Assembly of Presidents, initially scheduled to take place in Japan in November, will now be conducted virtually due to ongoing travel restrictions and blanket quarantine requirements in the region. Commenting on the decision, Subhas Menon, AAPA’s director general, “We had very much hoped that we could hold a physical meeting in Japan this year, but unfortunately circumstances do not allow for this to happen. Borders … [Read more...] about AAPA’s Assembly of Presidents to meet in virtual format
Asia Pacific priorities – Infrastructure, Regulations, Sustainability
Alexandre de Juniac, IATA’s Director General and CEO addressed delegates attending the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) Assembly of Presidents in Chinese Taipei, on areas the aviation industry needs to focus on in Asia Pacific. Infrastructure Capacity Asia-Pacific faces a challenge in coping with growth in demand. "We are headed for a major infrastructure crisis. In many ways the Asia-Pacific region is ahead of the game with major hubs having robust expansion plans. … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific priorities – Infrastructure, Regulations, Sustainability
