Aviation rebound set to continue in 2023, but industry optimism tempered by uncertainty

Industry players and observers expect the robust post-pandemic recovery seen in 2022 to carry over into the rest of the new year. ST PHOTO: CHONG JUN LIANG
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SINGAPORE - The skies look bright for the aviation sector in 2023, as industry players and observers expect the robust post-pandemic recovery in 2022 to carry on in 2023.

The earlier-than-expected reopening of China’s borders to quarantine-free travel is a welcome boost to international air travel, especially in the Asia-Pacific region, analysts and aviation officials told The Straits Times.

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