ABSTRACT
As a shift in economic activities is occurring around the world, the government fully appreciates the demand for transport and logistics and is ambitious to reinforce the country’s role as the key European hub. The White Paper for Aviation issued in April, 2009 recognised that the aviation sector would play a pivotal role in the country’s aim to further enhance its allure and appeal for business and to remain as one of the most competitive economies of the world. Schiphol Airport and KLM were regarded as playing a key role in the country’s initiative. Responsibility for the country’s transport system including aviation was held by the Ministry of Transport, Public Works, and Water Management. The Aviation Negotiation Office headed by the chief negotiator was the unit mainly overseeing the development of the nation’s international air transport policies and negotiating bilateral air services with its counterparts.
