The guarantee from the Government of Malaysia via Danajamin/SJPP is a strong signal of support for AAGB as the Group gears up to ensure it is in a robust position to once again serve the nation and the communities it operates to, playing a key role in rebuilding the economy, as the country emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic. The financing under the Club Facility is earmarked for working capital purposes, which will support staff costs and key operating expenses such as aircraft maintenance as AAGB prepares to ramp up its operations leading up to the re-opening of interstate and international borders in the near future. AirAsia's Executive Chairman, Datuk Kamarudin Meranun, said: "AirAsia has been a major contributor to the Malaysian economy by providing connectivity to facilitate tourism, trade and investment activities. We have also been pivotal in generating a significant number of job opportunities and empowering local SMEs, especially through our digital ventures.