Pakistan Reverses Taiwan Airspace Ban After Initial Restriction Impacts Global Air Traffic

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Pakistan has reversed its decision to ban Taiwan from using its airspace, allowing Taiwanese airlines operational permissions from October 28, 2026, to March 27, 2027. Initially, Pakistan cited its adherence to the One China Policy, permitting only mainland Chinese airlines to fly over its territory. This reversal follows reports of Taiwanese airlines rerouting flights over Russia to avoid Pakistani airspace, which would have led to longer flight times, increased fuel consumption, and scheduling complications for journeys towards Europe and the Middle East.