Airlines
Indonesia Mulls Allowing Foreign Carriers To Fly Domestically
A new “open skies” proposal by President Joko Widodo comes as Garuda Indonesia answers allegations of price fixing.
Garuda Indonesia faces an investigation by Indonesian authorities for price fixing. (Photo: Airbus)
Garuda Indonesia faces an investigation by Indonesian authorities for price fixing. (Photo: Airbus)

In an urgent bid to boost competitiveness and push down airfares, the Indonesian government is considering a new aviation policy that will allow foreign carriers to serve domestic routes across the sprawling archipelago. The proposal, submitted by newly re-elected President Joko Widodo, marks the latest in a string of state measures aimed at boosting competition, including changes to airfare floors and ceilings.