Astana, May 6, 2025 – Vietjet and Qazaq Air have officially announced a strategic partnership to launch a new airline brand, Vietjet Qazaqstan, at the Kazakhstan–Vietnam Business Roundtable. The event was held in the presence of Vietnamese General Secretary To Lam as part of his state visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan.
During the event, Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance granted a Foreign Investment Registration Certificate to Aviation Holdings, a subsidiary of Vietjet, authorizing its acquisition of a strategic equity stake in Qazaq Air. This move marks a key milestone in Vietjet’s international expansion strategy and aims to deepen bilateral ties between Vietnam and Kazakhstan across aviation, economic, and cultural domains, while opening a new chapter for the aviation industry in Central Asia.
Under this partnership, the two parties will jointly develop and operate new brand Vietjet Qazaqstan, building on the existing Qazaq Air platform. As a new-age low-cost airline, Vietjet Qazaqstan is expected to become a strategic air bridge connecting Kazakhstan with Vietnam, Southeast Asia, and global aviation hubs. The airline will meet the growing travel demand in Kazakhstan while boosting cross-border tourism, trade, and logistics throughout Asia. It also aims to support local socio-economic growth through the creation of thousands of high-quality jobs.
Also at the event, Vietjet Qazaqstan and Boeing signed a Customer Services General Terms Agreement to support the future Boeing 737 fleet operated by Vietjet Qazaqstan. Under the agreement, Boeing will provide comprehensive services including software solutions, spare parts supply, technical assistance, as well as training programs for pilots and engineers. The partnership also covers aircraft modifications and upgrades to ensure efficient and safe operations.
Vietjet Qazaqstan is set to operate a fleet of at least 20 Boeing 737 aircraft, enabling a strong expansion of its domestic and international route network. The airline will adopt modern operating models, digital management systems, and advanced training programs for its workforce, with ongoing technical and operational support from Vietjet.
Vietjet will bring deep expertise in modern airline operations, cutting-edge technology, and a global partner network. Its investment in Kazakhstan underscores the pioneering role of a Vietnamese corporation in fostering multilateral cooperation, transferring technology, supporting human resource development, modernizing infrastructure, and enhancing the competitiveness of the regional aviation industry. This collaborative model not only delivers strong economic values but also serves national interests, strengthens regional connectivity, and contributes to shared prosperity.
This follows the successful development of Vietjet Thailand, which has grown to become one of Thailand’s leading low-cost carriers through its efficient and effective operations.
By consistently upholding its national mission and commitment to social responsibility, Vietjet has been widely regarded as the people’s airline. Every step in its expansion and every new market it enters reflects a steadfast commitment to enhancing connectivity, driving socio-economic development, and creating enduring values for individuals, nations, and entire regions. This ethos defines Vietjet as a pioneering carrier—representing a dynamic, globally engaged, and responsible Vietnam on the world stage.
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About Vietjet:
The new-age carrier Vietjet has not only revolutionized the aviation industry in Vietnam but also been a pioneering airline across the region and around the world. With a focus on cost management ability, effective operations, and performance, applying the latest technology to all activities and leading the trend, Vietjet offers flying opportunities with cost-saving and flexible fares as well as diversified services to meet customers’ demands.
Vietjet is a fully-fledged member of International Air Transport Association (IATA) with the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certificate. As Vietnam’s largest private carrier, the airline has been awarded the highest ranking for safety with 7 stars by the world’s only safety and product rating website airlineratings.com and listed as one of the world’s 50 best airlines for healthy financing and operations by Airfinance Journal in many consecutive years. The airline has also been named as Best Low-Cost Carrier by renowned organizations such as Skytrax, CAPA, Airline Ratings, and many others.
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