Amex GBT welcomes Australia border reopening
American Express Global Business Travel has hailed the announcement from Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison to reopen the country’s borders to international travel from next week, February 21.
‘Fortress Australia’ had enforced one of the world’s strictest border control measures, affecting both international and interstate travel.
Australia’s borders open to vaccinated travellers and other visa holders for the first time in almost two years.
“American Express Global Business Travel welcomes the announcement and reopening the border signals Australia’s return to world stage. We are open for international business, ready to help clients, partners and suppliers re-onnect across the global community,” said Jo Sully, Vice President and Regional General Manager, Asia Pacific:.
“Our collective commitment to safety and wellbeing remains paramount – giving us the agility to keep travel managers and travellers informed and supported every step of the way.”
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