The Canadian government has expanded an air transport agreement with Egypt and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to improve existing deals with both the countries.
The agreements will enable airlines to improve their service offerings, facilitating additional options and convenience for both passengers and businesses.
Under the Canada-Egypt agreement, designated airlines will be allowed to operate up to seven passenger flights per week, up from the current four.
The airlines will be able to serve any city in the other country’s territory.
As part of the expanded Canada-UAE agreement, each country can allocate 68% extra seat-selling capacity among designated airlines.
The deal also includes four dedicated frequencies for all-cargo flights between Canada and UAE.
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By GlobalDataCanada Transport Minister Marc Garneau said: “These expanded air transport agreements with Egypt and the United Arab Emirates are a positive development for air transport relations between our countries.
“We are pleased to expand these relationships with additional flexibility for airlines to serve these growing markets.
“These expanded agreements will continue to facilitate tourism, trade and investment between Canada and these countries and help our businesses grow and succeed.”
According to Transport Canada, the agreements are part of Canada’s Blue Sky policy, which promotes long-term, sustainable competition and the development of international air services.
Canada has already completed new or expanded air transport agreements with 104 countries under the policy.
