Talgat Tleubekovits, chairman of Kazakhstan's Civil Aviation Committee, gives the operator certificate to Vietjet's Vice President Chu Việt Cường and congratulates Vietjet on its route connecting Almaty and Nha Trang. — Photo courtesy of Vietjet

KAZAKHSTAN — Vietjet has announced routes connecting Almaty city of Kazakhstan and Nha Trang City – the tourism capital in central Việt Nam, in a series of activities to celebrate the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The announcement ceremony took place on Wednesday in the presence of Vice President of Việt Nam Võ Thị Ánh Xuân, leaders of the Government of Kazakhstan and senior leaders of the two countries.

With flying time per leg of more than nine hours, the routes will commence in this October with two flights per week, according to Vietjet. 

"With the route network connecting Kazakhstan and other regional countries with Việt Nam, Vietjet believes that it will contribute to the important development of Việt Nam's economic, trade and tourism relations with Kazakhstan and other countries in the region," said Chu Việt Cường, member of the Board of Directors and vice president of Vietjet. 

 "The route will be operated by Vietjet using a modern wide-body A330 aircraft with the best products, services, and utilities to meet customers’ needs of traveling, working, studying and visiting relatives," Cường said. 

Almaty city is the largest economic centre and also a popular tourist destination in Kazakhstan. Visitors can experience the serenity of the plains as well as the majesty of the mountains, cities with modern architecture and bustling streets or immerse themselves in cultural spaces, unique art and beautiful nature.

Meanwhile, with a mild climate and year-round sunshine, Nha Trang has long been a favourite destination among Asian – European tourists for the tropical golden sunshine, beautiful beaches and a unique culinary system of tropical Asia.

Quickly recovering after the COVID-19 pandemic, Vietjet pioneered in expanding domestic and international flight networks globally to promote new destinations’ economic developments and social activities. — VNS