Vietnam's airline costs jump 60-70% as Middle East conflict triples jet fuel prices

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Vietnam's airline operating costs have surged 60-70% after jet fuel prices tripled following U.S.-Israeli military strikes on Iran, which disrupted Middle East energy supplies. The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam convened an emergency meeting to coordinate the industry's response. The crisis threatens airline profitability and could lead to higher airfares across the country.

Vietnam's airline operating costs have jumped 60-70% after jet fuel prices tripled in the wake of the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) said at an emergency meeting on March 9 to discuss the industry's response.