ACI Asia Pacific & Middle East director general reports 'huge level' of economic uncertainty
ACI Asia Pacific & Middle East director general Stefano Baronci, speaking at Routes Asia 2025, reported (25-Mar-2025) "a huge level of uncertainty" regarding the global economic outlook and the potential impact on aviation. He said uncertainty regarding tariffs and economic conditions could impact consumer confidence, spending power and consumer behaviour, and potentially impact trade and air cargo.
Background ✨
ACI Asia Pacific & Middle East highlighted the need for significant investment in airport infrastructure to meet the projected growth in passenger numbers, emphasising economic sustainability and financial resilience as critical for development1. Stefano Baronci noted Indonesia's potential as a major passenger market, with only a small fraction of its population currently using air travel2. Despite challenges from macroeconomic factors, the outlook for Asia Pacific and the Middle East remained positive, with expectations of recovery in passenger traffic and airport finances3.