US EditionFrench President Macron announces 'historic' Airbus/Malaysia Airlines deal
ÎLE-DE-FRANCE, FRANCE, JUL 4 – Malaysia Airlines ordered 20 Airbus A330neo planes worth $7.5 billion as part of a $20 billion deal with Airbus, boosting aviation ties during Anwar Ibrahim's visit to France.
- On July 4, 2025, French President Emmanuel Macron announced a 'historic' Airbus-Malaysia Airlines deal during Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's Paris visit.
- During Anwar’s inaugural visit, Macron emphasized the importance of trade links with Asia to deepen France–Malaysia cooperation, prompting the historic Airbus deal.
- Sources say the agreement includes US$20 billion in deals, with 20 A330neo jets worth US$7.5 billion and up to 70 A321XLR aircraft valued at US$12.3 billion.
- The deal immediately bolsters Airbus's backlog by about $20 billion, strengthening France–Malaysia ties and supporting regional growth and connectivity.
- Over the next decade, Airbus aims to strengthen its Southeast Asia position with A321XLR deliveries starting in 2028, boosting regional long-haul capacity.
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French President Macron announces 'historic' Airbus/Malaysia Airlines deal
PARIS :French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday there had been an historic deal between Airbus and Malaysia, as Macron hosted Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Paris.Macron said such deals highlighted the importance of trade between France and Asia, as Europe faces up to likely tariffs from U.S
AirAsia-Airbus aircraft deal supports Malaysia's aspiration to be Asia's leading aviation hub
PARIS: The signing of an agreement between AirAsia and Airbus for the purchase of A321XLR aircraft will further strengthen the airline’s operational capabilities for short- and medium-haul routes, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
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