Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding with Bahrain and Jordan during the International Civil Aviation Negotiations Event. Minister Uraloğlu stated, “Weekly 7 frequency flights are authorized for carriers of both countries on the Rize-Artvin-Bahrain and Rize-Artvin-Amman routes.” Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu revealed that a new Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Bahrain and Jordan during the International Civil Aviation Negotiations Event held in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, from October 19 to 24, 2024. Minister Uraloğlu stated, “Within the agreements signed with Bahrain and Jordan, carriers of both countries are granted authorization to operate weekly 7 frequency flights on the Rize-Artvin-Bahrain and Rize-Artvin-Amman routes.” “TOURISM WILL GAIN SIGNIFICANT MOMENTUM” Minister Uraloğlu noted that the signed Memorandum of Understanding paves the way for the initiation of air transportation between Rize and Bahrain and Jordan by ensuring the necessary legal and commercial framework. Uraloğlu emphasized that such agreements strengthen Turkey’s role in international aviation, stating, “With these flights, the region’s natural beauty and cultural heritage will become more accessible to tourists. Especially Rize, known for nature tourism, highland tourism, and cultural trips, will gain significant momentum in tourism with the new routes. This will revitalize the local economy, support commercial activities, and strengthen the region’s promotion on an international scale. Thus, the touristic and economic potential of Rize will be utilized in the most efficient way.”