OTTAWA — Canada’s newly expanded air transport agreement with Panama will mean more lift between the two countries.

Canada’s Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced the conclusion of the expanded Canada-Panama Air Transport Agreement yesterday. With the expanded agreement, airlines can introduce more flight options and routings.

Each country’s airlines are now able to operate a total of 14 passenger flights per week, and an unlimited number of all-cargo flights.

That’s up from nine flights per week for passenger and/or all-cargo services.

Canada’s air transport agreement with Panama was concluded in 2008 and was previously expanded in 2013.

“This important development in our air transport agreement with Panama will improve connectivity for passengers, deepen our cultural and commercial ties, and strengthen our supply chains. As we continue to support the recovery of our air industry, it’s great news when we see more options for travellers and businesses alike,” said Minister Rodriguez.

The new rights under the expanded agreement are available for use by airlines immediately.