AIRASIA INKS PARTNERSHIP WITH FICCI

AirAsia has signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce Philippines (FICCI), to assist disadvantaged families and children with travel for life-changing surgery.

The MOA forms part of AirAsia’s commitment to supporting local and disadvantaged communities, and follows a recent case, whereby AirAsia provided travel assistance to Filipino infants Ariella Mendez, Daniella San Jose and their families to receive much-needed medical treatment in India.

AirAsia Philippines CEO Captain Dexter Comendador said, “AirAsia’s collaboration with FICCI is yet another step forward in our commitment to the communities we serve. Our philosophy is that no corporation can live apart from the community, and in times of need, we will always extend a helping hand, especially when it comes to our children. We are honored to partner with FICCI, an organization that shares this same passion.”

FICCI president Rex Daryanani said: “Our partnership with AirAsia is anchored on a shared commitment to help build healthy Filipino communities, especially children in impoverished areas who require immediate medical help.”

“I am delighted that the FICCI and AirAsia have come together for such a noble cause – to provide free travel to needy families taking their babies to India for liver transplant surgery,” said Ambassador of India to the Philippines Jaideep Mazumdar.

In photo (from left): AirAsia Philippines CEO Captain Dexter Comendador, Hold On Pain Ends (HOPE) For Children president Nina Mahler, AirAsia Philippines chairperson Maan Hontiveros, and FICCI president Rex Daryanani.