- AirAsia is reportedly discussing potential Malaysian government backing
- Tony Fernandes met finance and transport ministry officials in late September
- Fernandes denied that financial assistance was discussed
- Transport minister Anthony Loke denied meeting the airline recently
- Fernandes shared that AirAsia could manage without state assistance
AirAsia is reportedly discussing potential Malaysian government backing for its fundraising efforts subject to conditions. Co-founder Tony Fernandes met officials from the finance and transport ministries in late September but denied that financial assistance was discussed.
Fernandes shared that the meetings concerned aviation costs and that AirAsia could manage without state assistance although it would not reject support if offered. Transport minister Anthony Loke subsequently denied that his ministry had met the airline in the preceding two to three weeks or reached any agreement.
Loke acknowledged the possibility of discussions with the finance ministry. The airline continues to operate its existing network while the potential government support remains under discussion.
