The government of Canada has reached to an agreement with the Republic of Philippines. The Honourable Helena Guergis, Secretary of State (Foreign Affairs and International Trade) (Sport), announced the successful conclusion of a new air transport agreement with the Philippines.

CNW Group reports that the new provisions provide greater market access options for airlines from both countries for passenger - cargo combination services.

The new agreement marks another step forward in the government’s move to liberalize Canada’s air transport agreements under Canada’s Blue Sky policy. Both countries have agreed to explore further areas for possible liberalization. Air carriers are reviewing the results of these negotiations to determine what new air services initiatives may be introduced.

According to the Philippine Travel Blog, this new agreement marks another step forward in the government’s move to liberalize Canada’s air transport agreements under Canada’s Blue Sky policy.

Both countries have agreed to explore further areas for possible liberalization. Air carriers are reviewing the results of these negotiations to determine what new air services initiatives may be introduced.

Lawrence Cannon, the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities of Canada, is quoted commenting on the reached agreement.

“The new Canada-Philippines air transport agreement should facilitate further growth in trade, investment and tourism. The new provisions are a reflection of Canada’s ongoing commitment to creating a greater range of travel options for passengers, shippers, air carriers and airports,” Cannon said.

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