The Tourism Department of the Kepulauan Riau Province (Kepri) responds positively to the opening of new international flight routes by Hang Nadim Batam Airport, foreseeing promising prospects for tourism and economic growth.
Tourism authorities in Kepri welcome the launch of direct flights from Malaysia and China to Hang Nadim Airport in Batam, recognizing the potential of these routes to attract visitors and stimulate economic activity.
The head of the Kepri Tourism Department, Guntur Sakti, acknowledges the significance of newly established flight connections to Malaysia and China, highlighting their potential as lucrative markets for tourism, investment, and trade.
These developments align with efforts to achieve the tourism target of 3 million foreign visitors to Kepri by 2024, with a substantial portion originating from Batam.
Acknowledging the importance of collaboration, officials commend the coordination with PT Bandara Internasional Batam (BIB), emphasizing the need for synergy to enhance tourism prospects in Batam and Kepulauan Riau.
Previously, the Director of PT BIB, Pikri Ilham Kurniansyah, noted the positive response to flights to Malaysia, aligning with the government’s goal of attracting tourists to the Kepulauan Riau region.
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Batam’s local government aims for 2 million tourist arrivals, with approximately 200,000 targeted through air travel, underscoring the importance of expanding international flight routes to achieve these goals.
The expansion of international flight connectivity to Batam signifies a significant opportunity for tourism growth and economic development in the region. Enhanced accessibility to key markets such as Malaysia and China is expected to boost tourism arrivals and contribute positively to the local economy.
Batam’s tourism authorities express optimism as the city welcomes new international flight routes from Malaysia and China. These developments are expected to attract more visitors and stimulate economic growth, aligning with ambitious tourism targets set by the local government.
