Friendship between China and Saudi is deepening, new air route is opening between the two countries before Eid

To deepen relations between the two countries, a new air route is being started from Riyadh in Saudi Arabia to Shanghai in China. This route has been jointly developed by Saudi Air Connectivity Program and China Eastern Airlines. According to Saudi media, this partnership between the two will directly connect Pudong Airport and King Khalid Airport.

A330-200 aircraft flights are starting on this route from April 8. Through this, 35,880 people can be moved annually. This initiative is being seen as another step towards increasing closeness between Saudi and China. Apart from this, the new route also gives the message that interest in travel between the two countries has increased.

The deal also reflects Saudi Arabia's efforts to deepen bilateral relations with China, promote cultural understanding and open up new development opportunities. With its excellent diplomacy, Saudi Arabia has become a country which has simultaneously strengthened its relations with both the opposing countries, China and America.

This new route will help in trade, tourism and communication between the two countries in various fields. Speaking to the media on this deal, ACP (Saudi Air Connectivity Programme) CEO Majid Khan said, “The launch of this new route with one of the world's largest airlines is a step towards increasing connectivity between Saudi Arabia and China.” There are more steps. “This is a key market for us.” He further said that we are working closely with China Eastern Airlines to explore opportunities and attractions for tourists and businesses of both the countries.

Both countries are already looking forward to the Air Silk Route to boost trade and tourism with each other. In September, ACP and Hainan Airlines signed an agreement to launch two new air routes connecting China and Saudi Arabia. A statement released at the time said the partnership was aimed at meeting the growing demand for flight options and deepening bilateral ties between the countries, as well as increasing tourism, trade and cultural exchanges.

Saudi's Vision 2030 also includes increasing connectivity with the world and promoting tourism in the country. Saudi Arabia has achieved its target of hosting 27 million foreign tourists in 2023, seven years ahead of schedule. As a result, the Kingdom has created a new policy to invite 70 million foreign tourists to the country by 2030.