Dhaka, July 23 -- Etihad Airways is set to launch 27 new destinations by the end of 2025-a bold move that highlights the UAE national carrier's rapid global expansion.

The airline has already more than doubled its annual passenger numbers, soaring from 10 million to over 20 million in just two and a half years.

According to CEO Antonoaldo Neves, this growth is the result of careful planning, disciplined execution, and the agility to adapt amid global shifts.

"About two and a half years ago, we committed to a diligent and disciplined growth strategy," Neves said. "Success, for us, means sticking to the plan while staying flexible."

He likened the approach to football legend Cristiano Ronaldo-disciplined yet agile-emphasising that with ...