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Daily Express
26-04-2025
- Daily Express
AirAsia Fair set to boost travel demand via Sabah
Published on: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Published on: Sat, Apr 26, 2025 Text Size: Kota Kinabalu: As part of its efforts to continue to drive travel demand to and from Sabah and positioning Kota Kinabalu as a key travel hub in the region, AirAsia will be launching its AirAsia Travel Fair (AATF) at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall today (Saturday) and tomorrow (Sunday). The fair offers exclusive promotions including 30 per cent off all seats on all flights, a Bundle Pack, offering 50pc off baggage plus 30pc off seat selection, and attractive Fly-Thru deals to over 130 destinations across the airline's vast network. AATF not only encourages outbound travel for Sabahan globetrotters but also supports inbound tourism in line with the state's goal of attracting 3.5 million tourists this year. Kota Kinabalu continues to grow as an important point of connectivity, with AirAsia offering direct flights to major domestic cities and international destinations such as Seoul, Manila, Ho Chi Minh City, Taipei, Hong Kong, Shanghai and several other cities in China. With 21 direct connectivity from Kota Kinabalu to numerous domestic and international destinations, including the latest launched routes to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and Shanghai, China, AATF 2025 offers more choices and greater savings for travel enthusiasts in Sabah. Visitors can also look forward to attractive holiday packages and travel essentials from Ikhlas, Tune Protect and Santan, alongside fun activities, giveaways, and lucky draws throughout the event applicable for all domestic and international flights and valid only for purchase with a flight booking and baggage and seat must be purchased as a bundle to enjoy the discount. A la carte purchases will have a different price. Other terms and conditions apply. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Zawya
26-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Justice Malala to unpack South Africa's economic and political future
South Africa's economic recovery and industrial growth depend on both policy reform and business innovation. Few commentators are better placed to explore these challenges than Justice Malala. The award-winning author, political analyst, and global commentator will headline a special breakfast event at the Africa Automation Technology Fair (AATF) 2025 on 6 May at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg where he will tackle the biggest economic and political forces shaping South Africa's future. Justice Malala At the heart of this discussion is Operation Vulindlela, the joint initiative between government and business designed to fast-track structural reforms in energy, transport, and crime prevention – all critical areas for industries represented at AATF. As the country's top CEOs set a 3% GDP growth target, the success of these reforms will determine whether the country's automation, manufacturing, and industrial technology sectors can accelerate digital transformation, attract investment, and drive economic growth. Malala will explore the real impact of these reforms on businesses, unpack whether implementation is on track, and discuss how private and public sectors can align to create a competitive industrial economy. Beyond domestic policy, South Africa's global positioning and trade relationships remain vital to its industrial future. Malala will examine how the country's G20 membership and foreign policy stance – particularly on the Middle East and BRICS relations – could impact trade, investment, and economic partnerships. The return of Donald Trump to the global political stage could also present new challenges and opportunities for South African industries, shaping the future of business diplomacy. With the 2026 municipal elections approaching, the country's political landscape is shifting. Malala will provide exclusive insights into the stability of the Government of National Unity (GNU), the challenges of coalition politics, and the potential impact of new political realignments on business confidence, investment, and economic policy direction. A globally respected political thinker, Malala writes for Bloomberg, Financial Mail, and TimesLive and has been published in the Financial Times, Washington Post, The Guardian, and The Economist, which described him as 'perhaps the country's most astute political commentator'. He is the author of four books, including The Plot To Save South Africa, which reached number one on the SA bestseller list and was hailed as 'masterful, compelling, and fast-moving' by international critics. This exclusive AATF event will bring together business leaders, policymakers, industrial decision-makers, and the media for a high-level discussion on South Africa's economic direction, its automation-driven future, and the policies that will shape industrial success in 2025 and beyond.
