Brazil and Bolivia took an important step to strengthen air connectivity and commercial relations between the two countries. On Monday (30th), a Memorandum of Understanding was signed in São Paulo that modernizes the bilateral air services agreement. From now on, companies will be able to freely define the number of passenger and cargo flights according to market demand. The initiative was formalized between authorities of the two countries and updates a historic agreement signed in 1951.
"Strengthening international air connectivity is a priority of the Federal Government. This agreement with Bolivia expands opportunities for the sector, reinforces passenger and cargo transport, and directly contributes to economic development," highlighted Minister of Ports and Airports Silvio Costa Filho.
The new understanding eliminates limitations on the number of air frequencies between the two countries, expanding the operational freedom of airlines, which will now define routes and schedules according to airport capacity. In practice, this tends to increase flight offerings, stimulate competition, and generate direct benefits for passengers and the productive sector.
The memorandum also consolidates the possibility of exclusively cargo flights with greater operational flexibility. The measure strengthens logistics between Brazil and Bolivia and opens new opportunities for bilateral trade, especially in supply chains that depend on agile and efficient transportation.
Special Communications Office
Ministry of Ports and Airports
