New Najaf-Dammam Flight Route Officially Inaugurated

 
Baghdad-INA

 

The Governor of Najaf Governorate, Youssef Maki Kanawi, affirmed on Saturday, that expanding the scope of air services between Iraq and Saudi Arabia enhances economic and touristic ties between the two countries. He noted that the flight from Dammam to Najaf represents communication and closeness between the Saudi and Iraqi peoples.

 

"Kanawi stated during the ceremony held by National Aviation Services (NAS) on the occasion of operating the first flight of Nas Saudi Arabia Airlines from King Fahd International Airport in Dammam to Najaf International Airport, attended by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), 'The door of Najaf  Governorate is open to all countries of the world regarding cooperation on all levels that serve the province and its honorable citizens, while preserving the sanctity and great history of  holy Najaf.'"

 

He continued, 'Expanding the scope of air services between the two countries reflects the positive development in bilateral relations and enhances economic and touristic ties between the two sisterly nations,' reiterating 'the importance of human and cultural ties between the people of Saudi Arabia and Iraq.'
 
He expressed his 'sincere wishes that these new flights mark the beginning of a period filled with success and prosperity,' reaffirming 'the commitment to joint work and fruitful cooperation, and the pursuit of a better future for all, based on dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.'
 
He added, 'We express our deep appreciation for the efforts of all relevant parties aiming to commit to providing the best aviation services and expanding their network to meet the needs of travelers,' expressing his 'wishes for maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and service for the comfort and satisfaction of travelers.'"