On Sunday, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) launched direct flights from Lahore to Bakou d’Azerbaijan on Sunday, as part of its continuous efforts to strengthen international air links and promote tourism.
The PK-159 flight left Lahore airport at 11:50 a.m., carrying 152 passengers to the capital of Azerbaijan.
A brief but worthy ceremony took place at the airport before departure, assisted by the Minister of Defense Khawaja Muhammad Asif as the main guest.
Azerbaijan’s ambassador to Pakistan Khazar Farhadov and senior aviation officials were also present.
Speaking at the event, Khawaja Asif said that it was not long ago, many thought that Pia would have trouble recovering. However, following the reforms of the leaders of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the national carrier now resumes his place.
The minister said that the new Baku route was part of PIA’s strategy to expand its network, which would further strengthen the links between Pakistan and Azerbaijan.
Earlier this month, PIA announced its first annual benefit in 21 years and marked a significant turnaround when it progressed with plans to sell the airline
According to documents seen by Bloomberg, PIA recorded a profit by action by RS5.01 for the year ending in December, its first profitable year since 2003, on the basis of the verified financial statements.
