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The Global South Air transport Belt: A catalyst for sustainable tourism and economic growth

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  • Franciscone, Bruno Garcia
  • Zou, Xiaolong
  • Fernandes, Elton

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This paper explores specific technical dimensions of a Global South Air Transport Belt concept, emphasizing international air transport's pivotal role in fostering global trade, stimulating tourism, promoting people-to-people exchange, and enhancing supply chain efficiency. A notable disparity exists between the air transport infrastructures of the Global North and the Global South. Furthermore, the Carbon Offset Scheme for International Aviation poses an obstacle to the air transport advancement in developing nations. This market-based initiative, designed to cap aviation emissions from 2020, has the potential to impede the actual international network connections expansion in developing countries. As an alternative, this paper advocates for the adoption of operational measures, the utilization of sustainable aviation fuels, and the implementation of technological advancements. This strategy aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. The paper highlights the potential for sustainable development through the air transport infrastructure expansion in developing countries, focusing particularly on the BRICS nations. Creating a cohesive Global South Air Transport Belt will facilitate the growth of tourism and foster economic development across the participating nations. Such an initiative seeks a sustainable pathway toward inclusive economic growth and social progress for humanity.

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  • Franciscone, Bruno Garcia & Zou, Xiaolong & Fernandes, Elton, 2024. "The Global South Air transport Belt: A catalyst for sustainable tourism and economic growth," Transport Policy, Elsevier, vol. 159(C), pages 14-27.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:trapol:v:159:y:2024:i:c:p:14-27
    DOI: 10.1016/j.tranpol.2024.09.018
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