Hong Kong, July 2 -- South Korea's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport gave Korean Air (KAL) approval to merge with Asiana Airlines. Read More The decision announced on June 25, 2026, was taken after a comprehensive review under the Aviation Business Act. This involved consultations with an expert advisory group and independent assessments by research institutes and accounting firms before granting approval on condition that KAL strengthen operational safety and consumer convenience. "As the merger involves South Korea's two largest full-service airlines, with significant implications for the country's aviation market, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport will exercise strict oversight to ensure that aviation safety...