The measure is the latest push by lawmakers to convince regulators to get tough on the aviation industry.

The airspace involved is comparatively small, but the disruption is hampering travel between Southeast Asia and Northeast Asia.

Mavcom fails to understand that the refund policy is not merely a commercial decision by the airline but rather about protecting the consumers' rights.

The RMT rail union insists this week's actions are necessary as wages have failed to keep pace with UK inflation, which has hit a 40-year high and is on course to keep rising.

Cracks are already showing in the sector's recovery, though industry figures are optimistic about the future despite the issues.

Airports across Europe have struggled to cope with the rebound in demand but British airports are facing a particularly difficult week as a school half-term holiday combines with a long Jubilee public holiday weekend.

The next few months will be the first time since 2019 that the aviation sector will be able to enjoy a peak summer season free of substantial coronavirus restrictions, but staff shortages at airlines and airports may hinder that outlook.

The aviation sector's recovery in Asia is already relatively slow, and the International Air Transport Association warns Beijing's approach makes the picture bleaker.

Many are unaware about their rights as consumers.

Despite the new guidance, Germany as the EU's most populous country and top economy says it has no plans to lift the mask mandate for flights.

Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi says AirAsia should come up with an 'appropriate quantum of compensation' for its passengers.

The move comes after the Taliban backtracked on their commitment to open high schools to girls, a U-turn that shocked many Afghans and drew condemnation from humanitarian agencies and foreign governments.