Hamad International Airport and the Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport recently signed a sister-agreement to boost ties between China and Qatar.
This sister airport agreement was signed between the Qatar Company for Airports Management and Operation (MATAR) and the Shenzhen Capital Group at Routes World 2025 in Hong Kong.
Signatories for the agreement were Shenzhen Airport Group deputy general manager Chen Fanhua and Hamad International Airport’s chief operating officer Hamad Al Khater.
The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration in market insights, coordinated route planning, and technology adoption to strengthen connectivity for passengers and trade flows between China, the Middle East, and beyond.
At the same time, the agreement will help boost passenger and cargo connectivity between the North Asian nation and the rest of the Middle East.
Jointly driven by innovation
Doha and Shenzhen, both innovation-driven cities with strong trade and technology ecosystems, share a vision of leveraging aviation to support economic growth, technological exchange, and cultural engagement.
Al Khater pointed this out, saying: "By linking Doha and Shenzhen, with shared values in technology and service excellence, we are creating smarter, more sustainable journeys for future travellers while advancing stronger economic and cultural ties between our nations."
For his part, Chen declared: "Hamad International Airport is a leading hub in the Middle East, this represents a meaningful step in Shenzhen Airport's journey toward internationalization. As one of the gateways of the Greater Bay Area, Shenzhen Airport is committed to expanding its global network and enhancing hub functions. Through this partnership, we will work hand in hand with Hamad International Airport to provide passengers more seamless travel experiences, open new opportunities for trade and tourism, and deliver sustainable value to passengers, airline partners, and economies of both regions."
