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Balancing growth and net-zero ambitions in Asia-Pacific aviation

How the region’s ecosystem can lead the global transition to greater sustainability

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    • The aviation industry has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 – a target that leaves little room for delay.
    • The aviation industry has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 – a target that leaves little room for delay. PHOTO: BT FILE

    Leck Chet Lam

    Published Fri, Jan 9, 2026 · 07:00 AM

    AVIATION in the Asia-Pacific is entering its most consequential decade, one defined by rapid growth colliding with tightening carbon constraints.

    Over the next 20 years, the region is set to drive the largest share of global air traffic growth, fuelled by rising incomes, expanding middle classes and deeper regional connectivity.

    At the same time, the industry has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 – a target that leaves little room for delay.

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