Canada And Japan Expand Air Services Agreement

Transport Canada announced on February 5, 2007, a new bilateral agreement between Canada and Japan, concluded January 25, 2007, which is likely to result in the expansion of air services between the countries. The new agreement will also facilitate greater route flexibility for the operation of code-share services. Transport Canada reports that: “In 2008, further air transportation negotiations are expected to take place between Canada and Japan. The next round of negotiations would permit both parties to continue to build a strong relationship in order to bring positive results for Canadian and Japanese stakeholders.” For more information refer to http://www.tc.gc.ca/mediaroom/releases/nat/2007/07-h018e.htm