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Travel demand ‘progressing well despite economic uncertainty’, says Iata's Walsh

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Will Payne
6 October 2022

Demand for international travel is continuing to progress despite economic uncertainty across the globe, according to Iata’s director general Willie Walsh. 

Willie Walsh

Speaking as the association releases new passenger data for August 2022, Walsh said the northern hemisphere peak summer travel season "finished on a high note".

"Considering the prevailing economic uncertainties, travel demand is progressing well," he added. "And the removal or easing of travel restrictions at some key Asian destinations, including Japan, will certainly accelerate the recovery in Asia."

Total traffic in August 2022 was up 67.7% compared to August 2021 and global traffic is now at 73.7% of pre-pandemic levels.