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Southeast Asia Philippines - The Philippines had a change in President in 2016, and 2017 showed that it is a major market for General and Business Aviation, with significant opportunities for development and investment. To meet this need and to support members looking to operate in this part of the region, AsBAA launched a Philippines Chapter in 2017. Since the initial launch, which was sponsored by AsBAA members, Embraer Executive Jets, Global Jet Capital and Equiom, AsBAA has appointed Benjamin “Jay” Lopez, INAEC Aviation Corporation as the head of the Chapter, which is now actively working with the authorities to explore the opportunities for aviation infrastructure development in Manila. In January, an AsBAA led delegation visited Manila for a high-level information and investment trip. For further details on the outcome of the visit, please get in touch. To find out more or to access support with business and general aviation matters in the Philippines, please get in touch: [email protected] Benjamin “Jay” Lopez Head of AsBAA Philippines Chapter AsBAA is working closely with CAAP, MIAA, CRK, CIAC and the authorities at Subic Bay to ensure that the voice of the business and general aviation industry, through AsBAA is heard. This is especially important in relation to the development of new facilities that will put transform the current opportunities here. CAAP = Civil Aviation Authority | MIAA = Manila International Airport Authority | CRK =   Clark Airport CIAC = Clark International Airport Cooperation | SBMA = Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority | SBIA = Subic Bay International Airport Singapore - The AsBAA Singapore Chapter invites its members (and those visiting for the Singapore Airshow) to an informal, networking cocktail on 8th February at World Fuel Services. Places limited, please RSVP: [email protected] Indonesia and Malaysia - The Malaysia Chapter will meet on 2nd February at SkyPark, Subang. For further details, please get in touch: [email protected] Pilot’s representation New AsBAA Pilot’ s Chapter to launch in 2018! In early 2018, AsBAA will launch a new community for pilots, the AsBAA Pilot Community Sessions in partnership with AsBAA member, Airbus. The new sessions will initially roll out in Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing and are expected to be in place for members to access by early March 2018. The objective of the new Pilot’ s Community will be to create a space, specifically for pilots to access the latest information, updates and opportunities. If you would like to know more about this initiative, please get in touch: [email protected]. www.asbaa.org Not yet a member of AsBAA? Join us! Your Association Needs YOU!