Air transport plays a crucial role in the overall economic prosperity of ASEAN. Aviation connects businesses, tourists, friends and family. It is a key enabler of trade and investment that supports millions of jobs and generates billions in economic growth. Air transport in ASEAN is underpinned by the ASEAN Single Aviation Market which is designed to drive integration and liberalisation of ASEAN’s aviation markets.

In this Policy Ideas, we explore the economic benefits of the ASEAN Single Aviation Market, considering both what has been achieved so far and what further potential there is. We also consider the steps needed to progress implementation of the ASEAN Single Aviation Market.