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Let's move on now to the good news for the Togolese diaspora. They can now get 12% reduction in prices at ASKY. This has been in effect since 5th April 2022 but many in the diaspora are still not aware of it. So, we thought we should make it news again for all those who are now learning about it. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and Togolese Abroad is multiplying initiatives for the Togolese diaspora. While the census of these Togolese expatriates is underway, the department headed by Prof Robert Dussey has just made an important announcement. This is the signing of a cooperation agreement with the airline ASKY. According to the Head of Togolese diplomacy, the agreement in question sets up a system of preferential advantages for Togolese abroad. “This is mainly a 12% reduction in fares for business and economy class travel tickets. The ASKY company has also undertaken to grant a waiver of the penalty for the first change of date made 72 hours before the date of the trip”, communicates Prof Robert Dussey. As part of the Government's actions in favor of Togolese abroad, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and Togolese Abroad is exploring all possibilities to respond to the concerns of the Togolese diaspora. Among these is the high cost of transport tickets to Togo. Conditions to be met by the Togolese Diaspora. To benefit from the advantages provided for by this agreement, Togolese abroad must fulfill certain conditions. Indeed, it will be a question of: Having a Togolese passport or a valid national identity card; to present a consular card; Pay for tickets at ASKY agencies. "In this regard, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and Togolese Abroad invites the Togolese diaspora to make massive use of the services of the airline ASKY for their transport and that of their families to regional destinations. and international services served by the said company”, urges the Head of Togolese diplomacy. The Togolese Ministry of Foreign Affairs explains that the agreement with ASKY was prioritized because "the majority of the Togolese diaspora is in Africa and this company serves many African cities". The ministerial department explains that negotiations are underway with other companies. So, Togolese diaspora if you are planning to fly in to Togo for leisure or business from one of Asky african destinations, now you know how to save money from all your flight bookings. About Asky. ASKY is a Pan African Airline founded in Togo, with its head office in Lomé and its African main operational hub based at Lomé International airport. It is a 100% privately owned airline, created by regional banking institutions in Africa that includes The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (BIDC), The West African Development Bank, BOAD, and ECOBANK Group ETI in partnership with Ethiopian Airlines. ASKY currently operates a fleet of 9 aircrafts, four Boeing 737-800s and 5 Boeing 737-700s, serving 24 cities in 21 countries within Africa. ASKY’s focus is to develop a strong intra-Africa network that foster regional development, tourism, economic growth and regional integration as a major economic catalyst within the continent. Its long-term goal is to have a sustainable business focused on profitability.