Having regulatory approval as the first step in a commercial agreement will provide more opportunity for developing well-executed strategic ideas. "Moreover, we hope that this joint venture agreement can provide seamless services for passengers with more flight schedule options and ease in earning and redeeming mileage. Also, this collaboration may deliver concrete action to contribute to boosting Indonesian tourism activities, which will support the post-pandemic economic recovery progress," Mr Irfan explained. Mr Goh Choon Phong, Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Airlines, said: "The robust strategic partnership between Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines has enabled us to broaden our codeshare services over the last few years, offering our customers more choices on flights. With the CCCS's approval, we are poised to deepen our collaboration across a wider scope of commercial activities.